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Overbrook School for the Blind

The Vision of Overbrook School for the Blind is to inspire individuals with visual impairment, including those with additional challenges, to achieve their highest potential; to share our culture that embraces their abilities; to be a dynamic and leading educational organization; and to use our expertise to positively influence our students, families, partners and peers, regionally, nationally and internationally.

A Place to Thrive

We give students the opportunity to have amazing lives both in and out of the classroom! As part of the Expanded Core Curriculum, students are supported by a community that helps to foster friendships and navigate growing up. Social skills education, extra-curricular activities, and vocational skills are part of every day learning at our school.

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  • Last week's lesson for Whitehall Wellness Wednesday was the importance of healthy snacks to promote good health and a nutritious intake. Anelis H. was the lead health ambassador for the night and she chose to prepare a healthy milkshake with Atavia P. and Cadence M. assisting her. A tasting and lively discussion... Read Full Post

    Posted: December 18, 2:50 PM

  • In Ms. Katie's Early Childhood class, students Hamza H. and Jaxxon L. made orange pomander balls by inserting cloves into oranges. The children worked on their fine motor skills as they placed the small cloves into the skin of the orange. They were able to explore the bumpy cloves and get sensory feedback from the... Read Full Post

    Posted: December 12, 1:00 PM

Mission

The Mission of Overbrook School for the Blind is to develop and deliver education that enhances the options available for persons with visual impairments, including those with additional challenges, so that they have the greatest opportunity to experience active and fulfilling lives.