The Vision of Overbrook School for the Blind is to inspire individuals with visual impairment, including those with additional challenges, to achieve their highest potential; to share our culture that embraces their abilities; to be a dynamic and leading educational organization; and to use our expertise to positively influence our students, families, partners and peers, regionally, nationally and internationally.
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Using Braille, Students Write Themselves Into Steinbeck’s
In a classroom punctuated by the steady rhythm of braillers, secondary students in Eva P.’s class stepped into the world of Of Mice and Men—not as readers alone, but as...
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Where Preparation Meets Purpose: Inside OSB’s Woodbine House
Long before the first guest ever crosses the threshold of the Woodbine House, the work has already begun. Inside a classroom reimagined as a “lab,” students at...
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Serving Independence: Snack Bar Empowers Students with
For Secondary and STRIDE students like Conner H., the OSB snack bar serves as a hands-on training ground where classroom lessons meet real responsibility. A high school student,...
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The Mission of Overbrook School for the Blind is to develop and deliver education that enhances the options available for persons with visual impairments, including those with additional challenges, so that they have the greatest opportunity to experience active and fulfilling lives.
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Thank you for joining us yesterday for OSB's annual Pancake Breakfast! We had a fantastic turnout with students and their families, OSB alumni, community members plus state and local politicians. A special thank you to Senator Vincent Hughes, former U.S. Congressman Bob Brady, City Councilmember At Large Jim Harrity... Read Full Post
Posted: March 23, 1:00 PMOverbrook School for the Blind updated their cover photo. Read Full Post
Posted: March 23, 12:15 PMStudents like Alena in OSB's Primary Department practice navigating different environments with their Orientation & Mobility Specialists. OSB's O&M Specialists teach our students with visual and other impairments how to travel safely and confidently through any environment, like retail stores for a quick shopping... Read Full Post
Posted: March 19, 10:00 AMHands-on experiences help build confidence and independence among our students with visual and other impairments. That's why our students participate in career building activities like working on-campus in areas like the Kappen Aquatic Center. Primary Department students like Aziza and Grace have began working to fold... Read Full Post
Posted: March 12, 9:00 AM