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Overbrook School for the Blind

3 students prepare a healthy meal

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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  • OSB students participating in Overbrook's ESY program (Extended School Year) got creative with a sweet-themed art project! First, they mixed equal parts of shaving cream and glue to create a fluffy paint. Then came the fun part—adding color and painting their pre-cut cotton candy shapes. 🎨✨ Next, they designed and... Read Full Post

    Posted: August 1, 12:15 PM

  • OSB Therapist Suzie S. came up with a sensory exercise that both beat the oppressive heat and fit Overbrook's Extended School Year theme - Amusement Park! Suzie and educators constructed a log flume, using sprinklers, streamers and engaging students to spray each other (and some brave educators and cafeteria... Read Full Post

    Posted: July 30, 10:08 AM

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.