From fschroeder at sks.com  Tue Nov  1 11:01:07 2011
From: fschroeder at sks.com (Fredric Schroeder)
Date: Tue, 1 Nov 2011 04:01:07 -0700
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Convention Resolutions
Message-ID: <005401cc9885$8fadb4e0$af091ea0$@sks.com>

>From C. J. Fish:

 

Hello all,

 

This is just a friendly reminder to send me any resolutions you would like
to have considered at this year's convention.  I would prefer to receive
them electronically by Thursday if possible.  If you have a resolution you
are unable to send me by Thursday, please bring it to me by 5:00PM on Friday
at convention.  It must be in Braille!  Thank you, and I'm looking forward
to seeing you all in Virginia Beach!  

 

C. J. Fish 

 



From mrdurbin at cox.net  Tue Nov  1 02:46:18 2011
From: mrdurbin at cox.net (Mary Durbin)
Date: Mon, 31 Oct 2011 22:46:18 -0400
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Surf Club menus at the state convention.
Message-ID: <000601cc9840$6e737110$4b5a5330$@cox.net>

Hi everyone attached please find the menus for the Surf Club, the restaurant
at the Wyndham Hotel in Virginia Beach.  If you need a different format,
please let me know.  There are 3 menus attached.  I look forward to seeing
you all there.  Looks like the weather may even cooperate <grin>.

Mary
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From mrdurbin at cox.net  Tue Nov  1 03:12:16 2011
From: mrdurbin at cox.net (Mary Durbin)
Date: Mon, 31 Oct 2011 23:12:16 -0400
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] things to do, transportation,
	recommended restraints and specialty shops near the beach.
Message-ID: <001001cc9844$0f2012a0$2d6037e0$@cox.net>

Hi Everyone,

Here is a list of restaurants, things to do, transportation and specialty
shops that are fairly close to the hotel.  
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From sandyh50 at verizon.net  Tue Nov  1 11:29:16 2011
From: sandyh50 at verizon.net (Sandy Halverson)
Date: Tue, 01 Nov 2011 07:29:16 -0400
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Surf Club menus at the state convention.
References: <000601cc9840$6e737110$4b5a5330$@cox.net>
Message-ID: <6F417989591444E2B24810D2F5642C8B@Halverson>

In addition to the menus you provided, will there also be Braille copies at 
the hotel?  Your hard work is appreciated, particularly in the weather 
department!
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mary Durbin" <mrdurbin at cox.net>
To: "'NFB of Virginia Information and Announcements'" 
<nfbv-announce at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Monday, October 31, 2011 10:46 PM
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Surf Club menus at the state convention.


> Hi everyone attached please find the menus for the Surf Club, the 
> restaurant
> at the Wyndham Hotel in Virginia Beach.  If you need a different format,
> please let me know.  There are 3 menus attached.  I look forward to seeing
> you all there.  Looks like the weather may even cooperate <grin>.
>
> Mary
>


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From mrdurbin at cox.net  Tue Nov  1 12:41:25 2011
From: mrdurbin at cox.net (Mary Durbin)
Date: Tue, 1 Nov 2011 08:41:25 -0400
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Surf Club menus at the state convention.
In-Reply-To: <6F417989591444E2B24810D2F5642C8B@Halverson>
References: <000601cc9840$6e737110$4b5a5330$@cox.net>
	<6F417989591444E2B24810D2F5642C8B@Halverson>
Message-ID: <003701cc9893$91d34ba0$b579e2e0$@cox.net>

Hi Sandy,

Well me and mother nature are still talking, so far I am winning.  Yes there
will be braille copies at the restraint.  I just wanted to give everyone
another format that they may wish to use.

-----Original Message-----
From: nfbv-announce-bounces at nfbnet.org
[mailto:nfbv-announce-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Sandy Halverson
Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2011 7:29 AM
To: NFB of Virginia Information and Announcements
Subject: Re: [Nfbv-announce] Surf Club menus at the state convention.

In addition to the menus you provided, will there also be Braille copies at
the hotel?  Your hard work is appreciated, particularly in the weather
department!
----- Original Message -----
From: "Mary Durbin" <mrdurbin at cox.net>
To: "'NFB of Virginia Information and Announcements'" 
<nfbv-announce at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Monday, October 31, 2011 10:46 PM
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Surf Club menus at the state convention.


> Hi everyone attached please find the menus for the Surf Club, the 
> restaurant at the Wyndham Hotel in Virginia Beach.  If you need a 
> different format, please let me know.  There are 3 menus attached.  I 
> look forward to seeing you all there.  Looks like the weather may even 
> cooperate <grin>.
>
> Mary
>


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From sandyh50 at verizon.net  Tue Nov  1 14:03:59 2011
From: sandyh50 at verizon.net (Sandy Halverson)
Date: Tue, 01 Nov 2011 10:03:59 -0400
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Surf Club menus at the state convention.
References: <000601cc9840$6e737110$4b5a5330$@cox.net>
	<6F417989591444E2B24810D2F5642C8B@Halverson>
	<003701cc9893$91d34ba0$b579e2e0$@cox.net>
Message-ID: <7EF6117AE68A4B2585FFB83D5EFC37A2@Halverson>

Great.  See you Friday.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mary Durbin" <mrdurbin at cox.net>
To: "'NFB of Virginia Information and Announcements'" 
<nfbv-announce at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2011 8:41 AM
Subject: Re: [Nfbv-announce] Surf Club menus at the state convention.


> Hi Sandy,
>
> Well me and mother nature are still talking, so far I am winning.  Yes 
> there
> will be braille copies at the restraint.  I just wanted to give everyone
> another format that they may wish to use.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nfbv-announce-bounces at nfbnet.org
> [mailto:nfbv-announce-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Sandy Halverson
> Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2011 7:29 AM
> To: NFB of Virginia Information and Announcements
> Subject: Re: [Nfbv-announce] Surf Club menus at the state convention.
>
> In addition to the menus you provided, will there also be Braille copies 
> at
> the hotel?  Your hard work is appreciated, particularly in the weather
> department!
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Mary Durbin" <mrdurbin at cox.net>
> To: "'NFB of Virginia Information and Announcements'"
> <nfbv-announce at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Monday, October 31, 2011 10:46 PM
> Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Surf Club menus at the state convention.
>
>
>> Hi everyone attached please find the menus for the Surf Club, the
>> restaurant at the Wyndham Hotel in Virginia Beach.  If you need a
>> different format, please let me know.  There are 3 menus attached.  I
>> look forward to seeing you all there.  Looks like the weather may even
>> cooperate <grin>.
>>
>> Mary
>>
>
>
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------------
> ----
>
>
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From PotomacNFB at verizon.net  Wed Nov  2 03:29:49 2011
From: PotomacNFB at verizon.net (potomac NFB)
Date: Tue, 01 Nov 2011 23:29:49 -0400
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] NFBV Student Track Agenda
Message-ID: <026f01cc990f$adc575a0$095060e0$@verizon.net>

 

 

2011 NFBV Youth Track . November 4-6, 2011

Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront . Virginia Beach, Virginia

 

Coordinators:

Tracy Soforenko, (703) 635-2085, tracy.soforenko at verizon.net

Corbb O'Connor, (703) 309-4884, corbbo at gmail.com

 

 

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2011

7:00-10:00pm     Youth Hospitality & NFB Apprentice

Buffet dinner to be served, York Room

Jennifer Kennedy and Tracy Soforenko, facilitators

Make new friends and enjoy some tasty food! Learn how to make a positive
first impression as you meet blind adult professionals and ask them about
how they succeed in a sighted world.

 

 

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2011

9:00am Opening Ceremony of General Session

Rappahannock & James Rooms

 

10:30am               Youth Gather for Morning Activity

      York Room

 

10:40am-12:00pm            Concurrent Sessions

 

10:40am-11:10am            Round 1

Group 1: Arming Yourself with the Skills to Succeed: A Summer Experience

Briley Pollard, facilitator

York Room

 

Group 2: Accessing Materials in the Classroom

Michael Fish, facilitator

False Cape room

 

11:10-11:20am   Re-group & Switch

                                                

11:20am-12:00pm            Round 2

Group 2: Arming Yourself with the Skills to Succeed: Adult Training Centers

Briley Pollard, facilitator

York Room

 

Group 1: Accessing Materials in High School, College, and Beyond

Michael Fish, facilitator

False Cape Room

 

12:00-12:15pm  Boxed Lunch Pick Up

Atlantic Foyer

 

12:15 -1:45pm    NFBV Students Division Luncheon

                York Room

                Brittany Savage, President

*	Student Division Elections
*	What You Should Expect from the Department for the Blind & Vision
Impaired 
*	"Did I Do That?" (Embarrassing Stories on Blindness)

 

Special guests: Sean Whalen, President of the National Association of Blind
Students; Briley Pollard, Board Member of the National Association of Blind
Students

 

2:00-3:00pm       General Session

Rappahannock & James Rooms

                

3:00-4:15pm       What's The Big Idea?

      with Mark Riccobono, Executive Director, NFB Jernigan Institute

      Corbb O'Connor and Tracy Soforenko, facilitators

      York Room 

 

4:15-5:00pm       General Session

Rappahannock & James Rooms

 

7:00-10:00pm     53rd Annual NFBV Banquet

                Rappahannock & James Rooms

 

 

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2010

9:00am General Session

                Rappahannock Room

 

9:40-10:00am     Youth Present at General Session

                Rappahannock Room

Corbb O'Connor, facilitator

 

10:00-11:15am   Hit The Beach!                  Meet at York Room

Steve Hastalis; Amy Phelps, NOMC; Ashly Wells, COMS

                York Room & the Beach

We will be outdoors for this activity so please dress accordingly. We want
you to be warm and ready to get a little sandy. Mentors, please meet outside
the York Room.

 

11:15-11:45am   Wrap Up

York Room

 

11:45am               Adjourn

 

 

The NFBV wishes to thank the facilitators, mentors, and guests whose work,
dedication, and time made this event possible!

 

Tracy Soforenko

Prsident, Potomac Chapter, National Federation of the Blind

PotomacNFB at verizon.net

703 635-2085

 



From mrdurbin at cox.net  Thu Nov  3 02:25:57 2011
From: mrdurbin at cox.net (Mary Durbin)
Date: Wed, 2 Nov 2011 22:25:57 -0400
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Navigating the Wyndham
Message-ID: <000001cc99cf$eba9de40$c2fd9ac0$@cox.net>

Here is information on navigating the Wyndham by Brian McCann

Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront Hotel
5700 Atlantic Ave 57th St and Atlantic Avenue 
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451
757-4287025

National Federation of the Blind of Virginia
a53rd Annual State Convention 
November 4 - 6, 2011
Hotel Navigation

To start off, the Wyndham Hotel is divided into three buildings: First
building is located closest to Atlantic Ave which has the parking
garage-floors 1-4, the Atlantic Foyer (convention hall)-Level 2 and West
Wing Suites-floors 2-5. The second building(middle) has the front desk and
gift shop on Level 1 and the business center, executive offices, Cape
Charles rooms and the  Mariner rooms on Level 2. The third building is
closest to the oceanfront, it has the east wing & tower-floors 1-18, the
indoor/outdoor pools-level 1, weight room-level 1, guest laundry-level 1,
access to the beach-level 1, vending machines-level 1 and the Surf Club
Ocean Grille-level 1. This is also where you would go for the dog relief
area. 

2nd Building and Main Lobby
The passenger drop off and main entrance is between buildings 1 and 2. Main
entrance to the hotel lobby and front desk is on your right in building 2 on
the 1st floor. When you enter through the automatic doors, the front desk is
on your left and the lobby is on your right. Straight ahead is another
automatic door leading to outside and building 3. With your back facing the
front desk, the elevator and stairs to the 2nd floor is off to your left.
Gift shop and restrooms are back to the right side of the lobby. The
Concierge desk is on the right side as well.  When arriving on the 2nd
floor, the Cape Charles rooms A, B & C are on your right side. The catwalk
from building 2 to the Atlantic Foyer is off to your left. The business
center and executive offices are down the hallway behind you past the
stairs. Mariner rooms A & B are down the hallway straight ahead on you, this
hallway(not wheelchair accessible) will also take you to building 3 on the
second level which is where child care is located(room 201).

1st Building
You can enter the 1st building from either the left side of the passenger
drop off area or through the catwalk on the second floor of the 2nd
building. First floor is only parking; an elevator and stair case is
available by the passenger drop off area. Second floor is split with parking
and the Atlantic Foyer. Floors 3 & 4 is for parking only. Floors 5-8 has the
West Wing Suites. It is recommended that you enter the Atlantic Foyer on the
2nd floor by using the catwalk from building 2. On the right side of the
catwalk are restrooms and two chairs. Enter the Atlantic Foyer by walking
through the double doors. When entering, on your immediate left is an
elevator to floors 1-8 and a door to the 2nd floor parking garage. The
exhibit tables will be located along the left side after the parking garage
door.   On your immediate right is the registration counter. Also on the
right past the registration table is the York, James and Rappahannock
Ballrooms(in that exact order). Straight ahead of you on the other side of
the Atlantic Foyer are a piano and a window. 

3rd Building and Main Tower         
Enter the 3rd building by exiting the 2nd building and crossing the
crosswalk to the automatic doors.  Note that the crosswalk bears off to the
left; it is not a straight shot across. The entrance has a small lobby with
tables and chairs. When entering the lobby from the roadside entrance, to
your left is the Surf Club Ocean Grille. Further down on the left are three
elevators to floors 1-18 oceanfront rooms. Take this elevator to the second
floor for child care (room 201). Straight ahead in the lobby is a hallway
that turns to the right, the first door on your left after turning is the
weight room, second door is guest laundry. A little further down that
hallway on the right is the entrance to the indoor pool. Down that same
hallway on the left, almost opposite of the pool, is a hallway that leads to
the beach access door. Out the beach access doors is a patio with a railing
straight ahead. Towards the middle of the railing are steps down to the
sand. Out the doors and to the left is the Surf Club Ocean Grille; to the
right are the dog relief area and the handicap ramp down to the sand. 

Dog Relief Area
In the 3rd building, go out the beach access doors and turn to the right.
Follow that side walk to the grass straight ahead. This is where the "dog
friendly" rooms are located. They will have several trash cans throughout
the property if you cannot make it to the relief area. Some bags will be
provided, please try to bring your own. 

Hotel Hints
.	Elevator in the main lobby by the front desk (2nd building) only
goes to the 2nd floor.
.	Most rooms will be located in the 3rd building in the tower or east
wing. Use the elevators in the lobby of the 3rd building. 
.	Most suites are located in the 1st building on floors 5-8. Use
elevator in parking garage or the Atlantic Foyer. 
.	It's easier and recommended that you use the catwalk on the second
floor of the 2nd building to access the Atlantic Foyer. 
.	Keep you room key with you, many activity rooms require a room key. 



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From john_bailey17 at hotmail.com  Thu Nov  3 10:46:17 2011
From: john_bailey17 at hotmail.com (John Bailey)
Date: Thu, 3 Nov 2011 06:46:17 -0400
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Something you won't want to miss at this year's
	2011 NFBV convention
In-Reply-To: <026f01cc990f$adc575a0$095060e0$@verizon.net>
References: <026f01cc990f$adc575a0$095060e0$@verizon.net>
Message-ID: <BLU141-DS70F3899842230B2CB37C78FD50@phx.gbl>

Here is Just  One of the many great things you'll experience at the 2011 
convention of the national Federation of the blind of Virginia

Braille Carnival:
The NFBV Braille Carnival has been one of the most popular activities at 
convention for years. The NFBV has always been a strong advocate of Braille 
because being able to write your own notes and read them back to yourself is 
a required skill for any occupation. The unfortunate truth is that too few 
blind and low vision young people are not learning Braille and are therefore 
unlikely to find employment. To combat this and to dramatically demonstrate 
that Braille is not only useful but also fun, the 2011 convention presents 
the Braille Carnival!

The Braille Carnival will be held in the  Rappahannock Room from 7:00 P.M. 
till 8:30 P.M. This is not only a way for parents to learn about what 
Braille is, but also how useful and easy it is to learn. It is also a chance 
for young blind kids to meet up with other blind kids and to make new 
friends while enjoying fun and competitive games based on Braille.

If you were interested in learning about how useful Braille can be or how 
essential it is to a child's development into an active and well educated 
adult, you won't want to miss this year's Braille Carnival! If you are a 
young person who wants to make new friends and to just have fun, the Braille 
Carnival is the place to be.


This year's convention is hosted by the Chesapeake Bay Chapter of the 
National Federation of the Blind of Virginia. The convention will be held at 
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront hotel, 5700 Atlantic Avenue Virginia 
Beach, Virginia 23451 (757) 428-7025 or (800) 365-3032

While you are enjoying all that this year's convention has to offer, come 
join me at this year's Rookie Round-Up Reception. The reception is for all 
those first-time convention attendees who want to learn more about the NFB 
and also about all the other great activities during the weekend. The 
reception will run from 6:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. in the  James Room. were we 
will have lots of fun sprinkled with great information for those new to the 
NFB and our convention. Hope to see you there!




From john_bailey17 at hotmail.com  Thu Nov  3 10:54:31 2011
From: john_bailey17 at hotmail.com (John Bailey)
Date: Thu, 3 Nov 2011 06:54:31 -0400
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Have your technology questions answered at this
	year's 2011 NFBV convention
In-Reply-To: <BLU141-DS70F3899842230B2CB37C78FD50@phx.gbl>
References: <026f01cc990f$adc575a0$095060e0$@verizon.net>
	<BLU141-DS70F3899842230B2CB37C78FD50@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BLU141-DS59B8EEBE153A2049434788FD50@phx.gbl>

Here is just one of the many great things you'll experience at the 2011 
convention of the national Federation of the blind of Virginia

Oh, All Those Exhibits:
One thing that is great about any convention is that it brings people from 
all over to one location where everyone can meet and share information. 
Another great thing is that when you get a large group of people together, 
you will also attract vendors.

At this year's convention, you won?t want to miss visiting all the vendors 
who will have tables filled with the products they sell. This is a great 
opportunity to get some "hands-on" experience with some of the latest 
technology designed specifically for the vision impaired. Also, who better 
to ask questions than those who sell it. No more trading phone calls or 
emails to get your questions answered. You can talk to them face-to-face .

The exhibit hall will open after the state board meeting on Friday. The hall 
will be open 12:00 P.M. till 5:00 P.M.  The exhibit hall will be located in 
the Atlantic Foyer. Bring your lists of questions as well as your shopping 
list!

This year's convention is hosted by the Chesapeake Bay Chapter of the 
National Federation of the Blind of Virginia. The convention will be held at 
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront hotel, 5700 Atlantic Avenue Virginia 
Beach, Virginia 23451 (757) 428-7025 or (800) 365-3032

While you are enjoying all that this year's convention has to offer, come 
join me at this year's Rookie Round-Up Reception. The reception is for all 
those first-time convention attendees who want to learn more about the NFB 
and also about all the other great activities during the weekend. The 
reception will run from 6:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. in the James Room. Were we 
will have lots of fun sprinkled with great information for those new to the 
NFB and our convention. Hope to see you there!





From hgmj at embarqmail.com  Mon Nov  7 20:09:17 2011
From: hgmj at embarqmail.com (Gwen Beavers)
Date: Mon, 7 Nov 2011 15:09:17 -0500
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Surf Club menus at the state convention.
References: <000601cc9840$6e737110$4b5a5330$@cox.net><6F417989591444E2B24810D2F5642C8B@Halverson>
	<003701cc9893$91d34ba0$b579e2e0$@cox.net>
Message-ID: <A4D2BA16A9424C28B2FFEC7542E40076@D81D2M81>

Hi, Mary,

Thanks for hosting a wonderful convention.  However, I noticed that no one 
was designated to lead the devotions.  A lady who was visiting happened to 
be there, her first name was Wendy, the mother of Jeremiah who was so shy. 
Anyway, she read a devotion and said a prayer, and we all shared our 
experiences.  However, I was wondering if this was just an oversight.

Thanks again for a great convention.

Henderson and Gwen
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mary Durbin" <mrdurbin at cox.net>
To: "'NFB of Virginia Information and Announcements'" 
<nfbv-announce at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2011 7:41 AM
Subject: Re: [Nfbv-announce] Surf Club menus at the state convention.


> Hi Sandy,
>
> Well me and mother nature are still talking, so far I am winning.  Yes 
> there
> will be braille copies at the restraint.  I just wanted to give everyone
> another format that they may wish to use.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nfbv-announce-bounces at nfbnet.org
> [mailto:nfbv-announce-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Sandy Halverson
> Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2011 7:29 AM
> To: NFB of Virginia Information and Announcements
> Subject: Re: [Nfbv-announce] Surf Club menus at the state convention.
>
> In addition to the menus you provided, will there also be Braille copies 
> at
> the hotel?  Your hard work is appreciated, particularly in the weather
> department!
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Mary Durbin" <mrdurbin at cox.net>
> To: "'NFB of Virginia Information and Announcements'"
> <nfbv-announce at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Monday, October 31, 2011 10:46 PM
> Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Surf Club menus at the state convention.
>
>
>> Hi everyone attached please find the menus for the Surf Club, the
>> restaurant at the Wyndham Hotel in Virginia Beach.  If you need a
>> different format, please let me know.  There are 3 menus attached.  I
>> look forward to seeing you all there.  Looks like the weather may even
>> cooperate <grin>.
>>
>> Mary
>>
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From fschroeder at sks.com  Wed Nov  9 01:41:49 2011
From: fschroeder at sks.com (Fredric Schroeder)
Date: Tue, 8 Nov 2011 20:41:49 -0500
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] 2011 Seville Allen Award
Message-ID: <00a601cc9e80$c1727cd0$44577670$@sks.com>

At our state convention last weekend, it was my honor and privilege to
present the second Seville Allen Award. As most of you know, Seville was a
longtime leader in Virginia and at the national level. She lived her
Federationism every day and in all she did. She gave all she had in the way
of energy, talent, commitment and financial resources to help improve
opportunities for blind people everywhere.

 

This year's recipient of the Seville Allen Award is our own Michael Kasey,
First Vice President of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia. To
listen to the award presentation, please visit 

 

www.NFBV.org <http://www.nfbv.org/> 

 

The audio of the award presentation is located on the home page right after
the intro paragraph and logo. If you get to the links for the Vigilant or
NFBV Announce sign up page, you've gone too far.

 

Please join me in congratulating Michael on receiving this important honor,
and more important, please join me in thanking Michael for all he has done
and continues to do for the affiliate.

 

Fred Schroeder, President

National Federation of the Blind of Virginia

 



From john_bailey17 at hotmail.com  Wed Nov  9 09:05:28 2011
From: john_bailey17 at hotmail.com (John Bailey)
Date: Wed, 9 Nov 2011 04:05:28 -0500
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] NFBV supports activities that develop our blind
	youth-- Blind Judo
In-Reply-To: <BLU141-DS59B8EEBE153A2049434788FD50@phx.gbl>
References: <026f01cc990f$adc575a0$095060e0$@verizon.net><BLU141-DS70F3899842230B2CB37C78FD50@phx.gbl>
	<BLU141-DS59B8EEBE153A2049434788FD50@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BLU141-DS1488C3AFD5841FC639D4028FDF0@phx.gbl>

At this year's state convention of the National Federation of the Blind of 
Virginia, many of the scheduled activities revolved around getting our blind 
youth to expand their world by pursuing new activities.

A few years ago, the NFBV hosted a full weekend of activities just for our 
blind youth where they also challenged themselves physically and mentally to 
do things they did not think they could. One of those activities was Blind 
Judo.

Below is a link to one of our blind mentors talking about how the program 
was run and about the benefits to the youth who participated.

There are titles at the beginning. The video will start in about 20 seconds.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lanM7N7_hmQ





From Nicole.Jeffords at dbvi.virginia.gov  Wed Nov  9 14:50:01 2011
From: Nicole.Jeffords at dbvi.virginia.gov (Jeffords, Nicole (DBVI))
Date: Wed, 9 Nov 2011 09:50:01 -0500
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] FW: VR Counselor Position at DBVI Norfolk
Message-ID: <A8555374B1FFD742BE678D6F5A87CA1B04098105@COVMSGCES-EMB13.cov.virginia.gov>



Nikki Jeffords 
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 
Regional Transition Coordinator 
Virginia Dept. f/t Blind & Vision Impaired 
Interstate Corporate Center, Bldg. #18 
6325 N. Center Drive, Ste. 131 
Norfolk, VA? 23502 
Direct :(757) 455-0856 
Main:  (757) 466-4162
Fax:  (757) 455-0142



-----Original Message-----
From: Burrell-Jones, Lorie L. (DBVI) 
Sent: Wednesday, November 09, 2011 9:49 AM
To: ##DBVI Job leads (DBVI); ##DRS Portsmouth (DRS); ##DRS Richmond (DRS); ##DRS South Hampton Roads (DRS); ##DRS Virginia Beach (DRS); ##DRS Williamsburg (DRS); #DBVI VR Counselors (DBVI)
Subject: FW: VR Counselor Position at DBVI Norfolk
Importance: High

Please review the VR Counselor position opening and pass along to other with possible interests that would be a great candidate for this position and NRO team. Thank

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From Nicole.Jeffords at dbvi.virginia.gov  Wed Nov  9 15:53:24 2011
From: Nicole.Jeffords at dbvi.virginia.gov (Jeffords, Nicole (DBVI))
Date: Wed, 9 Nov 2011 10:53:24 -0500
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] VR Counselor Position
Message-ID: <A8555374B1FFD742BE678D6F5A87CA1B04098293@COVMSGCES-EMB13.cov.virginia.gov>

My apologies, I did not realize the attachment to my last message was
not compatable with JAWS until I tried to open it, after I forwarded it.
IF anyone is interested, I can try to locate the job description in a
word document.  DBVI is a great place to work and as a blind person, I
have my own State Car, driver, laptop, cubicle, home office, and they
are working on getting us cell phones.  If you have a Master's Degree in
a related field and wouldn't mind moving close to the beach, then please
consider applying for this position.  Please share with anyone you feel
might be a good fit.  I am happy to answer any additional questions and
I can be reached at (757) 675-5211.

Best regards,
Nikki Jeffords

Nikki Jeffords 
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 
Regional Transition Coordinator 
Virginia Dept. f/t Blind & Vision Impaired 
Interstate Corporate Center, Bldg. #18 
6325 N. Center Drive, Ste. 131 
Norfolk, VA  23502 
Direct :(757) 455-0856 
Main:  (757) 466-4162
Fax:  (757) 455-0142

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From Nicole.Jeffords at dbvi.virginia.gov  Wed Nov  9 16:50:06 2011
From: Nicole.Jeffords at dbvi.virginia.gov (Jeffords, Nicole (DBVI))
Date: Wed, 9 Nov 2011 11:50:06 -0500
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] FW:  FW: VR Counselor Position at DBVI Norfolk
Message-ID: <A8555374B1FFD742BE678D6F5A87CA1B040983BE@COVMSGCES-EMB13.cov.virginia.gov>

-----Original Message-----
From: ed [mailto:ed at kenlon.com] 
Sent: Wednesday, November 09, 2011 11:28 AM
To: Jeffords, Nicole (DBVI)
Subject: Re: [Nfbv-announce] FW: VR Counselor Position at DBVI Norfolk

Nikki,

Here is the information you seek in a JAWS compatible format:

Position Information:

Working Title:
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Role Title Counselor II - 49012
Job Open Date 11-08-2011
Job Close Date
Jobs close at 5pm EST.
Open Until Filled
Job Type Detail
Definition Full-Time Salaried - Non-Faculty- FTS-1
Is this position funded in whole or in part by the American Recovery &
Reinvestment Act (Stimulus Package)? No
Hiring Range Negotiable based on qualifications and salary history
Agency Dept for the Blind & Vision Impair (702)
Agency Website www.vdbvi.org
Location Norfolk - 710
Sublocation
Position Number 00213
Job Posting Number 0052406
Type of Recruitment
Definition General Public - G
Job Type Full-Time
Pay Band 04
Job Description
The Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired (DBVI) is
the Commonwealth's agency solely dedicated to empowering individuals
who are blind, vision impaired, and deafblind to achieve their maximum
level of employment, education, and personal independence. DBVI
services include vocational rehabilitation, education, independent
living skills, orientation and mobility, deafblind services and a
comprehensive statewide low vision program. The agency also operates
the Virginia Rehabilitation Center for the Blind and Vision Impaired,
(a residential training facility), a Library and Resource Center that
provides library services and produces and distributes educational
materials in alternative media, the Virginia Industries for the Blind,
and the Randolph-Sheppard vending facility program. DBVI employees
embody the values of integrity, honesty and teamwork, ensuring respect
for customers and supporting personal choice.

The Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired is seeking a qualified
professional to determine applicant eligibility for program services,
and to plan, develop, implement and manage vocationally focused
Individual Plans for Employment for eligible consumers resulting in
successful employment outcomes. You will provide vocational
rehabilitation services for blind and visually impaired persons,
including analysis of diagnostic reports, determination of program
eligibility, development of individual rehabilitation programs, job
development and placement.   Minimum Qualifications *Requires
knowledge of the rehabilitation process, community resources,
Americans with Disabilities Act and Social Security Administration
guidelines and work incentives, and alternative skills that enhance
the independence of blind or visually impaired individuals
*Individual and group counseling skills
*Excellent oral and written communication skills
*Ability to establish effective working relationships with clients,
the public and agency staff
*Ability to manage caseload
*Ability to work independently within a multi-tasked environment
*Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling or closely related field and/or
certification as Certified Rehabilitation Counselor.
A college/university transcript and/or copy of your applicable
certification MUST BE INCLUDED WITH YOUR APPLICATION FOR
CONSIDERATION.

Salary is negotiable above the minimum of the pay band based on
qualifications and salary history. Comprehensive state benefits
program. Visit our Career Center at www.vdbvi.org for more
information.

Preferred Qualifications
Special Requirements
Successful completion of fingerprinting and criminal background check
required. Include college/university transcipt and/or copy of
applicable certification with application.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications are required! The Department for the Blind and Vision
Impaired ONLY accepts fully completed online applications for all
employment opportunities. Online application and job listings are
located at http://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov/. Application already
created? Use this quicklink to apply:
http://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov/applicants/Central?quickFind=140248.
Resumes may NOT be substituted for State applications. Please do not
refer to "See resume" on your application. Only fully completed
applications will be considered. A college/university transcript
and/or copy of your applicable certification MUST BE INCLUDED WITH
YOUR APPLICATION FOR CONSIDERATION.

Don't have a computer? Internet access may be available to you through
your local library, Virginia Employment Commission office, and in the
Department of Human Resource Management's Career Center.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities
during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Contact 804-726-1919 for assistance. Minorities and
people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.
Optional Applicant Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Other Document
Required Applicant Documents
Transcript

Contact Information.
Name Joann Robinson
Phone 804-662-7175
Fax 804-662-7662
Email: joann.robinson at drs.virginia.gov
Address: DBVI-Human Resources
8004 Franklin Farms Drive
Richmond, VA 23229



From michaelgkasey at verizon.net  Thu Nov 10 23:01:04 2011
From: michaelgkasey at verizon.net (Michael Kasey)
Date: Thu, 10 Nov 2011 18:01:04 -0500
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] NFBV affiliate website
Message-ID: <004e01cc9ffc$9fe37240$dfaa56c0$@net>

Fellow Federationist,

 

The NFBV affiliate website is the place to share and find information
throughout the state and the NFB. Chapters, divisions and committees are
welcome to share upcoming events (holiday socials, fundraisers, meeting
information, etc..) on the affiliate website. Please send me in a word doc,
your event information and I will post it asap. 

 

Please check your chapter and or division contact information to make sure
it's accurate. Some personal phone numbers and address have been posted, if
you would like it changed, please send me the corrections.   

 

Also, NFB of Virginia is now on Facebook! Please add us as your friend and
share with others. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002652988219
<https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002652988219&ref=ts> &ref=ts

Check the NFBV Facebook page for event information, upcoming seminars,
recent photos, stay connected with your friends and much much more.  

 

Make sure to visit the www.nfbv.org <http://www.nfbv.org/>  website often,
exciting changes are coming soon! 

 

Brian McCann

NFBV Webmaster

757-472-2494

brnmccnn at gmail.com

 

2 Corinthians 5:7   (For we walk by faith, not by sight:)

 



From mwroane at mindspring.com  Sat Nov 12 18:49:35 2011
From: mwroane at mindspring.com (Mark W. Roane)
Date: Sat, 12 Nov 2011 13:49:35 -0500
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] The passing of Stuart N. Owen of Charlottesville
Message-ID: <5E569A4E5ACB41CFA077A95AE32A3A8C@YOUR20B4266652>

Fellow Federationists,
I am sorry to have to report to you the passing of our long time friend and fellow federationist Stuart Owen.

Stuart N. Owen, 75, of Charlottesville, died Friday, November 11, 2011 in a local nursing facility. 
Born in Powhatan, VA on October 4, 1936, he was the son of the late Garland A. and Mary Hall Owen. 
He was a born again Christian and a member of Grace Baptist Church. He received part of his education in Powhatan and completed his education at the Virginia
School for the Deaf and Blind in Staunton, VA. He was employed as a vending stand operator at the local post office in Charlottesville for a time and was
employed at the Virginia Industries for the Blind in Charlottesville for 46 years. He operated a commercial computerized sewing machine. He lost his remaining
sight on October 27, 1967. In 1990 he received an award for the Blind Worker of the Year for the state of Virginia. He and Kathy were joined in marriage
on October 11, 1975. Stuart was a personal friend of Governor George Allen. He was President of the Blue Ridge Federation of the Blind for 18 years. Stuart
loved music. He ministered in local nursing homes and churches, playing his guitar and singing. He made a recording in 1971. His favorite music was southern
gospel, blue grass, and country. When he was younger he sang with various bands in the community. Stuart loved working with woodwork, doing small plumbing
jobs, and gardening. He loved to fix things. Stuart had a wonderful personality and a great sense of humor. He loved people and loved to help everyone.
He could talk about most any subject. He was a very independent traveler. He was loved by his family and his many friends. 
He is survived by his wife Katherine C. "Kathy" Owen; two sisters, Dorothy Jackson and her husband McKeever of Midlothian and Grace Woolard of Richmond;
a sister-in-law, Brenda Miller and her husband Jerry of Radford; and numerous nieces and nephews. 
A funeral service will be conducted 11 A.M. Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at Grace Baptist Church with Pastor Johnny Hartless officiating. Interment will
follow at 2 P.M at the Emmanuel Episcopal Churchyard in Powhatan, VA. 
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 P.M. Monday, November 14, 2011 at the Teague Funeral Home, 2260 Ivy Road Charlottesville, VA  22903. 
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Grace Baptist Church, 3764 Pritchett Lane, Charlottesville, VA 22911 or to the Blue Ridge Federation
for the Blind, c/o Mrs. Gwen Beavers, 905 Elliott Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22902. 


From fschroeder at sks.com  Mon Nov 14 15:40:04 2011
From: fschroeder at sks.com (Fredric Schroeder)
Date: Mon, 14 Nov 2011 10:40:04 -0500
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] VR Counselor Position at DBVI Norfolk
In-Reply-To: <93D203EBFBAEB345A2D0DDD9DF39FCC8024BE923@COVMSGCES-EMB15.cov.virginia.gov>
References: <93D203EBFBAEB345A2D0DDD9DF39FCC8024BE923@COVMSGCES-EMB15.cov.virginia.gov>
Message-ID: <009401cca2e3$b361f8c0$1a25ea40$@sks.com>

>From Susan Payne with the Department for the Blind

-----Original Message-----
From: Payne, Susan D. (DBVI) [mailto:Susan.Payne at dbvi.virginia.gov] 
Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2011 7:45 AM
To: 
Cc: 
Subject: FW: VR Counselor Position at DBVI Norfolk
Importance: High

Please share this DBVI VR Counselor Position Announcement with individuals in your networks!

Thanks.

Susan

Susan Davis Payne, MS, CRC 
Vocational Rehabilitation Director 
Virginia Department for the Blind 
???? and Vision Impaired 
397 Azalea Avenue 
Richmond, Virginia? 23227 
1-800-622-2155 
804-371-3184 
FAX 804-371-3390 
Susan.Payne at dbvi.virginia.gov 
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From fschroeder at sks.com  Wed Nov 16 17:10:12 2011
From: fschroeder at sks.com (Fredric Schroeder)
Date: Wed, 16 Nov 2011 12:10:12 -0500
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Message from Althea P. Pittman -Articles for
	Vigilant
In-Reply-To: <CAB1zJTunjjowww2pPPvUh_Q03hEUJbTBvvw5DmgqT7WoWyPopg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAB1zJTunjjowww2pPPvUh_Q03hEUJbTBvvw5DmgqT7WoWyPopg@mail.gmail.com>
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>From Althea Pittman:

 

ATTENTION:  Articles are needed for next edition of the Vigilant covering
this years 54th state convention, stating highlights of convention that
affected or changed your life from children, students, family, friends, and
adults.  All articles are due by December 1, 2011.

 

Thanks,

Althea P. Pittman

 

-- 
Kathryn R. Hall
Intake Specialist 
E. S. Center for Independent Living
4364 Lankford Highway, Suite A
Exmore, VA 23350
Phone:  757-414-0100
Fax:  757-414-0205 

 

 



From msjenniferkennedy at gmail.com  Sat Nov 19 13:33:39 2011
From: msjenniferkennedy at gmail.com (Jennifer Kennedy)
Date: Sat, 19 Nov 2011 08:33:39 -0500
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] NFBV Richmond Chapter pairs up with the Richmond
	Flying Squirrels!
Message-ID: <65EA3DFB639144E3AC2E5E41A9B7A0F8@JensDesktop>

Richmond Flying Squirrels Present Holiday Gift  Ideas Benefiting the
National Federation of the Blind of Virginia, Richmond chapter.

Saturday, November 26th, 2011

Give the gift of giving this holiday season as you purchase your loved one's
gifts at the Squirrels Nest presented by NIKE Team located at the Diamond!

One Day only 10 % of the total daily retail sales will go to the National
Federation of the Blind!

Phone: 804-359-3866

Website: www.squirrelsbaseball.com <http://www.squirrelsbaseball.com/> 

 

Please note that in-store purchases count only. Feel free to browse the shop
online at www.squirrelsbaseball.com <http://www.squirrelsbaseball.com/>  but
anything purchased online will not count towards our fundraiser. You need
not present the flyer, just come in and shop! You may also contact myself if
you are interested in purchasing anything as I will be making a trip to the
Squirrel's Nest that day and would be happy to pick up something for you. 

 

 

 

 

Jennifer M. Kennedy, M.A., NOMC

National Federation of the Blind of Virginia, Richmond Chapter, President

Phone: 330-465-6245

Work: 804-371-3606

Email: msjenniferkennedy at gmail.com

 

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From fschroeder at sks.com  Sat Nov 19 18:05:22 2011
From: fschroeder at sks.com (Fredric Schroeder)
Date: Sat, 19 Nov 2011 13:05:22 -0500
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Hadley eConnect, November 10, 2011
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>From Joy Relton:

 

From: The Hadley School for the Blind [mailto:mailinglist at hadley.edu] 
Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2011 4:39 PM
To: 
Subject: Hadley eConnect, November 10, 2011

 

 
 


This newsletter is best viewed in HTML format.


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School for the Blind


  

Seminars at Hadley Presents: Focus on the Family

 

Date: Thursday, November 17, 2011

 

Time: 10:00 AM CST, 16:00 GMT

 

Do you have a family member who is blind or new to vision loss? Have you
found yourself putting aside your own feelings and needs to focus on helping
your family member in the adjustment process? It is important to remember
that blindness affects the entire family. Sighted family members often have
adjustment concerns just as their blind loved ones do.

Join Seminars at Hadley as Rev. James W. Warnke, LCSW, talks about supporting
yourself and your family members in the adjustment process. Blindness
professionals and support group leaders are also welcome and encouraged to
attend this presentation and discussion.

This 60 minute seminar will be moderated by Hadley Outreach Coordinator
Billy Brookshire. A question and answer session will be included as part of
the seminar.

Space in this seminar is limited. Please only register if you know you are
available to attend so that others are not closed out. To register for this
seminar, follow this link.
<http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=16119264&msgid=572258&act=T9R9&c=
225701&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fhadley.edu%2FSeminarDetails.asp%3Fsid%3D107>


 

 

Veterans Benefit Module (FCE-170) Now Open for Enrollment

 

The goal of this module is to educate the entrepreneur in the basic benefits
and services available to veterans. The module introduces key aspects of the
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) system. It provides an overview of
the benefits available to veterans, a basic understanding of the procedure
for processing a claim, and where to go for more help with running a
business as a veteran. For more information or to enroll, follow this link.
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From fschroeder at sks.com  Sun Nov 20 13:08:45 2011
From: fschroeder at sks.com (Fredric Schroeder)
Date: Sun, 20 Nov 2011 08:08:45 -0500
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] NASA Is Looking for interns with Disabilities in
	Summer 2012!
In-Reply-To: <561F7123C407A8478D26452078CFEDBD1BB6514A17@NDMSSCC02.ndc.nasa.gov>
References: <561F7123C407A8478D26452078CFEDBD1BB6514A17@NDMSSCC02.ndc.nasa.gov>
Message-ID: <006901cca785$89916d40$9cb447c0$@sks.com>

>From Ken Silberman:

-----Original Message-----
From: Silberman, Kenneth A. (GSFC-1600)
[mailto:kenneth.a.silberman at nasa.gov] 
Sent: Thursday, November 17, 2011 6:52 PM
To: Silberman, Kenneth A. (GSFC-1600)
Subject: NASA Is Looking for interns with Disabilities in Summer 2012!

NASA is looking to increase the number of students with disabilities
pursuing science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers through
our internship programs. We have a two-percent hiring goal. Students can
apply for summer internships now! The deadline for submitting applications
is February 1, 2012. They can register for an account and look for
internships anytime at the One Stop Shopping Initiative (OSSI): Student
On-Line Application for Recruiting interns, fellows and scholars (SOLAR) at
http://intern.nasa.gov/ . Summer 2012 internships run for ten weeks from
early June through early/mid August. NASA internships are also offered
during Spring, Fall and Year Long Sessions.

Please see the attached recruitment letter, the recruitment flier, and the
instructions for how to use the on-line application system.  Also, please
feel free to contact me for more information or help with applying.

Kenneth A. Silberman, Esq.
U.S. Supreme Court, Maryland, & Patent Bars B.A., M.Eng., J.D.
NASA Engineer & Registered Patent Attorney Education Office Code 160
NASA/GSFC Mailstop 160 Bldg. 28 Rm. N165 Greenbelt, MD  20771, USA
Voice:  (301) 286-9281
Fax:  (301) 286-1655
E-mail:  kenneth.a.silberman at nasa.gov
Office Location:                 Building 28 Room W151

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From dandrews at visi.com  Thu Nov 24 03:14:31 2011
From: dandrews at visi.com (David Andrews)
Date: Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:14:31 -0600
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Fwd: Job Announcement
Message-ID: <auto-000037845970@mailfront3.g2host.com>


>Subject: Job Announcement
>Date: Wed, 23 Nov 2011 11:38:58 -0500
>Thread-Topic: Job Announcement
>Thread-Index: Acyp/mYG+W+E7ClmTpqwbgpSgp1j4g==
>From: "Roane, Melody (DBVI)" <Melody.Roane at dbvi.virginia.gov>
>To: <david.andrews at nfbnet.org>
>
>Hi,
>
>I am requesting that you post this job announcement to your list 
>serv.  The Virginia Rehabilitation Center for the Blind and Vision 
>Impaired is recruiting for the assistant director for instruction 
>position.  This person will supervise the Center teachers, rehab 
>counselors, vocational evaluators and recreation instructor.  We are 
>looking for someone who has positive attitudes about blindness and 
>who knows how to raise expectations and promote independence.  We 
>are looking for someone who has experience working with the blind, 
>preferably in a residential training center setting.  There are many 
>exciting opportunities in Virginia, and I am very proud of the staff we have.
>
>If anyone is interested or would like more information, that person 
>can call me at 804-371-3323.
>
>Agency:                      Virginia Rehabilitation Center for the 
>Blind and Vision Impaired
>Job Title:                    Assistant Director for Instruction
>Location:                    Henrico (Richmond area)
>Position #:                  00026
>Closing Date:            Open Until Filled
>Quicklink: 
><http://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov/applicants/Central?quickFind=140250>http://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov/applicants/Central?quickFind=140250
>
>Thanks for your help.
>
>Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
>
>Melody Roane, Director
>Virginia Rehabilitation Center for the Blind & Vision Impaired
>401 Azalea Avenue
>Richmond, Virginia 23227
>Phone: 804.371.3323
>Email: <mailto:melody.roane at dbvi.virginia.gov>melody.roane at dbvi.virginia.gov
>Worldwide Web: <http://www.vrcbvi.org>http://www.vrcbvi.org
>
>


From michaelgkasey at verizon.net  Mon Nov 28 23:29:13 2011
From: michaelgkasey at verizon.net (Michael Kasey)
Date: Mon, 28 Nov 2011 18:29:13 -0500
Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Richmond Seminar 2012
Message-ID: <004601ccae25$8a1d9800$9e58c800$@net>

Richmond Seminar 2012

All Federationist should consider joining other members in Richmond to visit
the General Assembly!

This is your opportunity to spend time together while advocating for all
Blind Citizens of Virginia.

We will meet at the Crowne Plaza on Monday, January 16, 2012 at  3 PM for
our NFBV Board meeting.

On Tuesday morning, January 17 we will visit our Delegates and Senators in
the General Assembly building.

Our preliminary legislative priorities are:

1. Maintain Separate State Agency Serving Blind Virginians with Adequate
Funding

2. Reform the SOQ Caseload Formula for Blind Students

 

Stay tuned for the Board meeting announcement and agenda.

Let your Chapter President know you are coming so we can develop teams.

Make your reservations now for Monday evening January 16, 2012

Sleeping room rates are $75 per night plus taxes.


Crowne Plaza Richmond Downtown


555 East Canal Street Richmond, Virginia 23219

Telephone:  804-788-0900 or 800-227-6963

Cutoff date for reservations is January 6, 2012

If you have any questions, contact Michael Kasey

(540)760-3885 or michaelgkasey at verizon.net
<mailto:michaelgkasey at verizon.net%20>  or Tracy Soforenko at (703)635-2085
or PotomacNFB at verizon.net

Financial Assistance:

All are encouraged to attend the Richmond Seminar.  If you need financial
assistance for travel expenses to attend the Board meeting and Richmond
Seminar, you should first request assistance from your Chapter President in
advance.

If your Chapter is not in a position to help you, the Chapter President will
request assistance from our State President, Fred Schroeder.

The State President will issue approval via email to your Chapter President,
Mark Roane(our Treasurer) as well  as you.

In most circumstances, Mark Roane will issue a check for expenses after you
have provided to him the proper receipts.  Some guidelines to remember are:

Sleeping rooms are to be shared in order to minimize costs.

All requests are to be made in advance of the trip.

Reimbursements are made after receipts are mailed to Mark Roane.

 

 



