This year BLENNZ Northland have been running three curriculum days each term. These consist of a Low Vision Group (primary and intermediate), Braille Club (primary) and a Braille Secondary Schools… Read more
Primary
BLENNZ Taranaki welcomes their new manager, Kay Hood
It is always exciting to get groups of BLENNZ learners together to work on BLENNZ Curriculum skills. Groups of learners came into BLENNZ Taranaki for an Art day and a… Read more
Connecting learners at an early age
For quite a number of years we have seen the value of connecting learners through attendance at Immersion Courses. Learning opportunities stand beside opportunities to make friends.
Positive things happening at BLENNZ Napier
Positives for BLENNZ Staff BLENNZ Napier began the year with a new look due to refurbishment. New paint, blinds, and carpet, together with revised storage areas, all contributed to a… Read more
Diamond learns to swim – BLENNZ Palmerston North
Diamond is a 71/2 year old learner who is blind. Diamond’s motivation to swim has been used to increase his engagement and learning outcomes.
Evolving Self Advocacy – Gaining confidence to talk about vision loss
Jessica has gained confidence in talking about her visual needs. In Term Two her teacher and teacher aide attended a BLENNZ Southland in-service where, while under simulated vision loss, they participated in a variety of activities including sandwich making, pouring a drink, completing a worksheet and playing small ball games.
Oliver performing as Oliver in Oliver!
It is often humbling and impressive when students on the BLENNZ roll overcome their vision impairment and out-compete their sighted peers in academic and extra curricular activities. Oliver, a Year… Read more
Henry takes flight – ‘Digitally Speaking’ Immersion Course promotes sharing technology skills
In Term 4 Harry attended his first Immersion Course at Homai. He had an unforgettable start to the week with his first flight and the opportunity to sit in the… Read more
Gisborne VRC inquiry – Assistive technology solutions for learners
BLENNZ Gisborne Visual Resource Centre inquiry for 2016 has been to research how our BLENNZ learners can be provided with appropriate Assistive Technology systems, which are well matched to their… Read more
Jessica learns to cope with nerves becoming a confident public speaker
Jessica attended an Immersion course – “Interact: getting dramatic”. They went to the play – “The Elephant Thief” and Jessica said, “Having the touch tour meant I could visualise what… Read more