Documents for Teachers and Regional Coordinators
Here you will find all of the necessary Braille Challenge forms and information to get started. If you would like additional information or if you have questions regarding any of the forms, deadlines or other information, please contact Christine Pak at 1-800-BRAILLE (272-4553), Ext. 1321.
Scoring Video Tutorials:
Braille Challenge Scoring Video Section 1- Introduction & Spelling
Braille Challenge Scoring Video Section 2- Reading Comprehension
Braille Challenge Scoring Video Section 3- Speed & Accuracy
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Official 2012 Contest Handbook (PDF)
- PDF Version UPDATED 10.25.11 Agencies who host a regional Braille Challenge are given a handbook with detailed instructions on how to plan their own event. All artwork, forms and the contests themselves are provided by Braille Institute at no charge. Any agency interested in hosting a Regional Event in their area should contact Christine Pak at 1-800-BRAILLE (272-4553), Ext. 1321.
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Official 2012 Contest Handbook (Word)
- Word Version UPDATED 10.25.11 Agencies who host a regional Braille Challenge are given a handbook with detailed instructions on how to plan their own event. All artwork, forms and the contests themselves are provided by Braille Institute at no charge. Any agency interested in hosting a Regional Event in their area should contact Christine Pak at 1-800-BRAILLE (272-4553), Ext. 1321.
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Permission Form for Individual Participants 2012
- Hard copy of the parent/guardian permission forms will be sent with the requested contests to the teachers who are administering individual contests in January. You may also download it here. A parent/guardian PERMISSION FORM must be SIGNED by a parent or guardian and attached to the student's completed contest when they are returned by mail to Braille Institute. Regional Coordinators: Please contact Alison Dirstine at 1-800-BRAILLE (272-4553), Ext. 3177, or adirstine@brailleinstitute.org, for a customized permission form for your event
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Sample Registration Log for Regionals 2012
- Word Version For Regional Hosts Only All students taking the Challenge contests must be listed in the log, with all contact information completed. Please e-mail your completed log to Christine Pak at cgpak@brailleinstitute.org no later than one working day following your event.
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Braille Challenge Resource List
- The Braille Challenge is designed to set a high standard of achievement for braille students. Like any discipline, braille proficiency takes study and practice. If you are looking for more ways to challenge yourself throughout the year, check out this list of resources that may help you hone your braille skills.