USDB

Utah Schools for the Blind

Welcome to Utah Schools for the Blind (USB).Our goal is to provide high quality educational programs to students with vision loss throughout Utah. USB serves students who are blind or visually impaired with a strong foundation for lifelong learning at the heart of our programs. We value differences and encourage students to interact and participate in their educational community.

USB offers students a wide range of curriculum options which are individually tailored to focus on each student’s abilities. Programs begin at birth, with the Parent Infant Program and continue to serve students, as needed, through age 21 with the STEPs Transition graduated independent living program. Curricula include standard Utah Core Curriculum academics in addition to life skills instruction for students whose needs may not be met in a traditional academic setting.

We are proud of our small class sizes and low student to teacher ratios. Each program is designed to ensure a child-centered school experience. USB teachers are dedicated, creative, caring, energetic, and highly qualified with bachelors or master’s degrees and state certification.

Our students have the opportunity to reach their full potential through diverse experiences designed to enhance intellectual development, self-esteem, and self-advocacy. USB instruction allows students to learn and practice life skills in a variety of environments that help students grow to live successful and productive lives. Supplemental programs are offered regularly including short term educational programs and summer camps with collaboration participation from consumer groups.

Feel free to browse the website, visit a campus location near you, or contact us with questions, comments, or to request more information. We are here to offer support, guidance, and expert advice. As the Associate Superintendent for the Blind, I am your advocate as you navigate through the programs and services that make up your child’s education. I look forward to hearing from you!

Melanie Austin

Associate Superintendent for the Blind

742 Harrison Blvd.

Ogden, UT 84404

(801) 629-4711

melaniea@usdb.org.

Blind Region Map 2009

News & Events

Don't Miss: The UCB Flier

Students: Attend the Jr. Blind Olympics! For more information, contact Susan Westergard at 801-629-4718 or susanw@usdb.org.

Letter to Parents

Athlete Registration Form

Student Code of Conduct

Student Health Information

Medication Administration Form

Popcorn Sales

Student Checklist

"Early Steps" Uncontracted Braille Program January Handouts-

University of Utah College of Education

http://www.ed.utah.edu/#

Department of Special Education

http://www.ed.utah.edu/sped/

Special Education Faculty

http://www.ed.utah.edu/sped/SPED_faculty.html

Jan Wiggins

http://www.ed.utah.edu/SPED/people/wiggins.htm

Participate in PROJECT STRIVE Survey and receive a $15 Target Gift Certificate! CLICK HERE for details!

Utah Parents of Blind Children 2010- CLICK HERE for more information on service options and activities for 2010.

NFB LAW Program- 2010 National Federation of the Blind Leardership and Advocacy in Washington D.C. Engaging the Voice of America's Blind Youth. Grades 6-9 or ages 12-16 are invited April 16-20, 2010, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, MD. Learn more about this program and apply online at www.nfb.org/LAWProgram or contact Mary Jo T. Hartle, director of educationa at (410) 659-9314, ext. 2407 or email mhartle@nfb.org