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2023-2024 School Year Photo Albums:
Featuring:
Thanksgiving Vibes – We are so thankful for our MSB students, families, and staff. Have a happy holiday and a wonderful weekend!
Nov. 22th
- APH ABACUS BEE AWARD CEREMONY – 9:15am in Knefely Gym
- No Pre-K
- Staff leaves 2 hours early
Nov. 23rd – 24th
- Campus Closed for Holiday
Nov. 25th
Deadline for MAKE48 Team. See below for more information.
Dec. 13th
- Sensory friendly Dress Rehearsal for Winter Concert from 9:30am to 11am in Knefely Gym
Dec. 14th
- Winter Concert from 1:30pm to 3:00pm in Knefely Gym
Dec. 15th
- No Pre-K
Dec. 25th – 29th
- Campus Closed
Jan. 1st
- Campus Closed for Holiday
Jan. 2nd – 5th
- School Closed for Students and Teachers
Announcements:
SAVE THE DATE: Winter Concert – December 14, 2023 from 1:30-3:00 in Knefely Gym
Congratulations to Ms. Gina Fugate and Ms. Serena Garcia! They have received $20,000 to expand the K12 robotics curriculum from the 2023-24 MSDE Robotics Grant. This grant was specifically written for students with visual impairments to expand their knowledge in STEM activities with direct, hands-on instruction to build Micro:Bit Rovers and participate in First LEGO League competitions. Participating teachers currently include: Technology Teachers Gina Fugate and Travis Lawrence; Content Teachers Hannah Rupert and Eric Lucero, as well as MSB Librarian Dorothy Hughes. The grant team hopes to continue to grow the program throughout the academic year with family events, teacher training, and conferences.
MAKE48 Team Event
A team from The Maryland School for the Blind has been invited by the Kansas State School for the Blind to join them, and 5 other states’ Schools for the Blind -Texas, Arkansas, Indiana, New Mexico, Washington- for MAKE48:2024!
What is Make48?
We are seeking 3, blind and low vision students ages 13-17, from anywhere in the state of Maryland to join our team and travel to Kansas, expenses paid, April 11-13 2024 to compete in this ONE OF A KIND creative and innovative opportunity, which will be filmed as part of a documentary series airing on Roku’s “This Old House Makers Channel”
What Makes a Great Make48 Team Member?
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Outreach and Statewide Services:
Moment of Outreach Videos
Dec. 6 – Parent Holiday Gathering, 6pm
Spanish Version
Dec. 10 – Gingerbread House Competition Deadline for Submission
Spanish Version
Dec. 17 – Holiday Happenings (ages 3 to 11), 12pm tp 3pm
Spanish Version
Dec. 17 – Style Spotlight with NFB, 3pm to 6pm
Spanish Version
Dec. 17 – Snow Ball (ages 12+), 6pm to 9pm
Spanish Version
Additional Events:
Fall Grocery Gift Card Drive
Hello MSB! The weather is getting colder and the leaves are changing, that means Thanksgiving is right around the corner. It’s time for the Fall Grocery Gift Card food drive! These gift cards will help feed 30 families in need of support this Thanksgiving season.
Gift cards for $10, $20, or $50 to Giant, Target, Walmart, and Aldi can be dropped off to Newcomer 232.
Thank you for your support!
First Financial Federal Credit Union Scholarship
We are excited the 2024 First Financial Federal Credit Union Scholarship will be live in just a few short weeks, December 1, 2023.
I would like you to have the scholarship application details and important dates for both students and counselors. Attached you will find an outline of the scholarship program details. Encourage your students to apply and potentially win $3,000.00 towards their post-secondary education.
EDUCATIONAL & PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES & EVENTS
Be sure to check out the monthly educational and professional events for students, staff and parents on the
Maryland TVI Portal. There are many wonderful opportunities for all!