ISVI Happenings
January 21, 2009

ISVI K-Kids
The ISVI K-Kids, led by Stephanie Provence, had their Fourth Annual K-Kids Canned Food Drive. They collected donations of over $216.50 in food and money to donate to the Jacksonville Area Community Food Center. Along with the help of Mr. Strader and Mr. Dugan they delivered the items to the Food Center. The ISVI K-Kids Club looks forward to helping other children and families again next year!

(Photo of ISVI student holding box in which the donated food was delivered)
 

New Wheelchair Swing on Campus
ISVI now has a wheelchair swing. It is located near Unit 2. The swing was donated by the Parent’s Association. It is greatly appreciated!

(Photo of the newly donated swing)
 

ISVI Celebrates 159th Birthday
On January 9th students and staff gathered in the ISVI Dining Hall to have cake and punch to celebrate ISVI’s 159th birthday. Several students led the group in singing "Happy Birthday to ISVI". Mr. Thompson played a meaningful song performed by two former students of ISVI followed by a party game being played by anyone who wished to participate. It was great fun!

(Photo of the birthday celebration)
 

Louis Braille Celebrates 200th Birthday
In honor of Louis Braille’s 200th Birthday Educator Darla Chambers and her students paid a wonderful tribute to him on January 15, 2009. It began with a creative performance in the auditorium. This was followed by a variety of fun games, Braille demonstrations, and refreshments in the dining hall. Students had a great time decorating sugar cookies with M & Ms to make them look like Braille cells.

(Photos of party)

Illinois Stories
Once again ISVI is having the privilege of being featured on public television. Mark McDonald, the orator of "Illinois Stories", will be interviewing Mr. Dan Thompson in the ISVI museum. Mr. Thompson, an Educator and the School Historian, will share the rich history of ISVI with viewers. To check to see when it will air you may view the scheduling at www.networkknowledge.tv

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