Our work load changed in the year of Covid -19 and our delivery evolved. Remote learning provision became a priority. Making connections via Zoom and messaging become the order of the day. Appropriate devices and parental help… Read more
Career and future planning
Darcy talks about studying automative engineering
Darcy discusses his experiences as a blind learner studying automotive engineering.
Transition Pathway Programme
The Residential Transition Programme provides an opportunity for young adults who are blind, deafblind and low vision to live in a supported living situation as they make the transition to… Read more
Living Independently
Gary Veenstra, RNZFB Child and Family social worker talks about providing opportunities for all young people to leave home and live independently. Gary talks about the importance of thinking ahead… Read more
Emil – A success story
BLENNZ Nelson farewells Emil as he moves to Auckland to participate in the Kickstart Programme in 2015. Emil came onto the Nelson roll as a pre-schooler and has been a… Read more
Aspiring for a bright future – the Aspire Lifeskills Group
The Year 9, 10 and 11 “Aspire Lifeskills group” was established to build an awareness of employment skills and begin planning for the transition beyond school. The group of 11… Read more
Jayke Hopa heads to US Space Camp for 25th Anniversary of SCIVIS!
Last week we were able to share the first of two stories of BLENNZ students who are off to Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama. Today Jayke Hopa shares his thoughts… Read more
Freedom reflects on Career and Future Planning Immersion Course
Transcript Karen: Freedom, what are you hoping to get out of this Career and Future Planning Immersion Course? Freedom: I hope to get a full plan proof from, to act… Read more
Kate’s digital toolkit – Tech solutions to ensure access to learning
Kate is a Year 11 student who is attending her local high school. Here she shares with us, the technology package that she is using to access learning in the… Read more
BLENNZ Otago – Lenny plans for the future
In March 2011 Lenny, who has low vision, attended a Career and Future planning Immersion course at Homai Campus. He produced a CV and this started him on his journey… Read more
