Thrive is a hybrid program for students who are blind or have low vision. The group will be held monthly online with an opportunity to come together to connect in person in the spring of 2027. Students will have the opportunity to connect with other students who are blind and have low vision as well as develop important skills to support themselves into adulthood.
Learners in this program will have opportunities to:
- Develop and practice self-advocacy skills
- Learn about and connect with community resources
- Explore topics such as:
- Setting up your living space
- Time and energy management techniques
- Accessing accommodations and knowing Your Rights
- Connections to sources of support at school, the workplace, and in the community
- Access Technology
Audience: Learners in Grades 10 to 12 who are planning on attending a post-secondary institute or enter the workforce after graduation.
Facilitators: Emily Atkinson, Education Support Teacher – Social Emotional Learning (EST-SEL), Jessa Carr, Education Support Teacher (EST) and Jennie Bovard, Education Support Specialist – Blind or low Vision Mentor (ESS- BLV Mentor)
Program Length: Monthly November to May, with in person session in May 2026
Schedule
Virtual
November 26, 2026
Other dates for monthly sessions to be announced
4:30 to 5:30 p.m. AT (5:00 to 6:00 p.m. NT)
In Person- Save the Date!
May 26, 2027
5:00 to 7:00 p.m. AT
May 27, 2027
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. AT
Registration
Online learning programs are for students who qualify for APSEA services. Registration must be completed by their APSEA Education Support Teacher (EST). Contact your APSEA Education Support Specialist to register.
- Register for Thrive
Registration opens November 6 and closes on November 20, 2026