Illinois
School for the Visually Impaired
658 East State Street
Jacksonville, IL 62650
217-479-4400 (Toll Free 800-919-5617) TTY: 217-479-4415 Fax:
217-479-4479 E-mail: dhs.isvi@illinois.gov
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GENERAL INFORMATION NEWS PARENTS |
The education of students who are blind or visually impaired starts through educational diagnosis. This is the first step in preparation of an Individualized Education Program (IEP) geared to the individual student. Diagnostic evaluations for admission and for outreach services generally last two weeks. A written report includes the social history, medical, psychological, sensory, cognitive, physical, educational and emotional factors, as well as assessment of daily living skills, orientation and mobility needs, visual assessment and other pertinent information. Educational and student service staff assist in interpreting the diagnostic findings and utilize this information to develop the IEP. Educational Program Each student at ISVI has a written Individualized Education Program (IEP) which is regularly reviewed and annually evaluated. Instruction is given in the use of assistive technological software and hardware devices, including computer skills, keyboarding, self care, daily living skills, homemaking, arts and crafts, industrial arts, orientation and mobility (O&M), adaptive physical education (PE), music and constructive use of leisure time. A pre-vocational curriculum for secondary students emphasizes skill development and job responsibility. Tactile aids and Braille are used by those who are blind or have minimal functional vision.
Educational Resources Program ISVI has advanced IBM compatible computer technology
including a with a wide array of assistive programs and equipment. Such
equipment includes various note takers, Braille embossers, screen readers,
speech synthesizers, digital cameras, scanners, with laser and ink jet printers. The ISVI library maintains materials for children, young adults and adults in Braille, print/Braille, large print, regular print and on audiocassette. These collections include books, periodicals and reference materials. Reference materials are also available on CD-ROM. Additional collections include tactile aids and a professional library with extensive materials in the education, development and support of individuals with visual impairments. The library also has computers, closed-circuit televisions (CCTV's), TV & VCR, tape duplication equipment, and access to the Internet available for use by students, staff and library patrons. The library, a member of the Alliance Library System and the ILLINET System, has access to materials from libraries throughout the state. Other Areas Follow this link to learn about ISVI's Transitional Living Center. For more information on the Illinois School for the Visually Impaired, contact: Superintendent |
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Educational
Diagnostic Services
