The Immersion Service has provided 14 planned courses in 2017. A total of 88 ākonga have attended 122 places on Immersion Courses this year. The courses have covered diverse topics… Read more
Learner stories
What does effective inclusive education looks like in practice?
Earlier this year, two of our learners, Brianna who is blind and Brayden who has severe low vision, and their RTV Kathryn Beer were featured in an Education Gazette article… 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.
Jared visits the National Assessment Service
Jared has Stargardt’s Macular Dystrophy which affects his central visual field. He has difficulty with clarity of images, low levels of contrast and clutter. When a learner has such challenges… Read more
Auckland South VRC Low Vision Group – Homai Early Childhood
The low vision group was established in February 2017 with the Homai Early Childhood Centre for children to attend with their parents and whānau. An RTV from Auckland South VRC… Read more
Ako in action – Christchurch Visual Resource Centre
It was identified within our centre that many of our learners, parents and RTVs struggle with keeping up-to-date with technology… that is beginning to change, as we discover the wealth… Read more
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.
Programmes for learners which improve their physical abilities
The Centre inquiry for 2017 is to research how we can develop programmes for BLENNZ learners which incorporate strategies to improve their physical abilities. In Tairāwhiti we ran weekly pool… Read more
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.
