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Monarch is Making a Difference: Comparative Study Explores Statistics and Scatter Plots

Designed for both students and adults, Monarch is equipped with tools that foster independent workers, make learning simpler, and daily living...

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Monarch is Making a Difference: Jennifer Wenzel’s Story

New technology can be intimidating. Between new navigation, revolutionary capabilities, and having an entire new world of braille technology at...

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Meet APH Scholar Katy Jach

APH is proud to recognize Katy Jach, nominated by Pam Parker, Director of Outreach Washington State School for the Blind,...

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Making Music Available for Everyone with Music Braille Stickers

The transcription of sheet music to braille can be a lengthy and complicated endeavor. With a limited number of music...

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Employee Spotlight: Jenn Brooks

Outreach Regional Specialist Jennifer Brooks uses her role to give students who are blind or low vision as many opportunities...

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Monarch Making a Difference: Elena’s Homeschool Story

In and out of the classroom, Monarch aims to enhance student experience with all kinds of opportunities for independent learning...

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Bringing Helen Keller’s Water Pump to Life at The Dot Experience

What was it like for six-year-old Helen Keller to discover language? Those seconds of wonder, understanding, and awe are frozen...