2026 Braille Boot Camp

Available to All

In-Person

Braille Boot Camp is a free, one-day accelerated workshop designed for parents of children with visual impairments, early intervention providers, teachers, and friends or family of braille readers who are interested in learning more about braille. Participants will learn uncontracted, Grade 1 braille in an introductory and supportive setting. Unfortunately, childcare will not be provided.

Workshop Details

Cost

Free!

Ways to Learn

How to Sign Up

You’ll receive an email with the appropriate info to access the workshop after you sign up.

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What will I learn?

  • How to read and write the braille alphabet
  • The pattern and formation of the braille code
  • How to use a Grade 1 braille cheat sheet and decipher short Grade 1 braille passages

What should I expect?

  • Participants can expect a one-day intensive, in-person training focused on beginning braille literacy
  • Coffee, tea, water, and light snacks will be served
  • Participants may bring lunch or purchase lunch from nearby locations

Register

Registration for this event has closed. If you are interested please call to check if there are any openings.

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