Upcoming Extracurricular and ECC Events

 Here is a look at the upcoming events from USB:
  • Extracurricular Travel Programs Update:
    • Please join us for an advocacy trip to WASHINGTON D.C. March 17 – 21, 2025!
      • Activities include:
        • Visiting the Nation’s Capital
        • Gaining greater mobility independence
        • Visiting the Smithsonian Museums and The International Spy Museum
      • This is a fully sponsored event for students in 9th – 12th grades.
      • Registration is now open! Application Deadline has been extended to Friday December 13th
      • Check out the Flyer for distribution along with a screen reader version. 
      • For more information, please contact:
        • Candace George: candaceg@usdb.org or
        • Jillian Phillips: jillianp@usdb.org 
    • Join us for Adaptive Skiing or Snowboarding Lessons with Ogden Valley Adaptive Sports and Wasatch Adaptive Sports.
      • 3 locations and predetermined dates to choose from
      • January 2025 – March 2025 on various Mondays and Wednesdays
      • All ski and snowboarding equipment provided for student and chaperone
      • No Transportation provided
      • REGISTER HERE
      • Check out the Flyer for distribution along with a screen reader version. 
      • For questions or more information, please contact:
        • Candace George: candaceg@usdb.org or
        • Jillian Phillips: jillianp@usdb.org 
    • Calling All Adventure Seekers! 
      • The USDB Canoe Crew is taking applications for summer 2026 Seventy48 race. Crew practices begin February 2025. Practices are paramount to the crew’s success. In order to be considered for the final Seventy48 crew, those applying will need to attend all tryout practices. Selection of the final crew will happen September 2025.
      • Summer 2025, prepare for Moab Adventure Week!
        • Get ready for an unforgettable summer experience in the stunning landscapes of Moab, Utah! REGISTRATION is now open for this thrilling adventure, taking place from July 30 to August 2, 2025. Participants will enjoy action-packed activities like ATV riding, canyoneering, hiking, river rafting, and camping under the stars, including one magical night by the Colorado River.
        • Designed specifically for students who are blind or low vision in high school (9th-12th grades).
        • Check out the Flyer for distribution along with a screen reader version. 
        • For more information, contact Alex Westergard at Alexwe@usdb.org or 435-279-5137
  • Assistive Technology Updates:
    • The Spring 2025 PD courses are now open for registration!
    • Planned AT/ALMC Shop Shut Down
      • The AT Department will be putting a freeze on incoming orders from December 9th – December 27th
      • The team has been busier than ever and this time will help us take inventory, plan purchasing and prepare for the second half of the school year. 
      • Request forms will remain OPEN but response times will be delayed. Please plan accordingly.
  • Outreach Services Updates:
    • Technology Showcase – Save the Date! March 14, 2025 from 9am – 12pm (?) at DSBVI. All TVI’s are invited to come learn more about all the different pieces of technology available through USDB, including hands-on experiences. Watch for more details!
  • Expanded Core Services Updates – see our website for all of our activities: Expanded Core Services Website
  • Deafblind Services of Utah: 
    • DBS is again offering a series of deafblind-specific training for our 2025 Deafblind Institute. Deafblind Institute is a time each year to join us in reviewing basic Deafblind strategies with other professionals in the field. *If you attended last year please be aware that the same information will be covered.  The ten training sessions are offered via Zoom each Wednesday from 4:00-5:30 for 10 weeks, starting Jan 8, 2025.  See the FLYER (accessible flyer) for topic details and REGISTRATION.  You can register for as many sessions that interest you.  There is an option for receiving two University of Utah credits for $100 if you attend at least 8 of the 10 sessions and complete a simple action plan for each.
    • The Utah Deafblind team is excited to continue “Transition Thursday,” a series of webinars the first Thursday of each month on transition topics. We have invited guest presenters from various state and adult agencies to share what is available in Utah and will be providing ideas for the home related to the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC). The first installment is happening Thursday December 5th at 12:00pm. See the whole line up on this Transition Thursday Flyer
  • Save the date!  The 2025 Utah Regional Braille Challenge will be held Friday, March 7, 2025 at DSBVI.  Keep updated by following our Utah Braille Challenge Facebook page. Contact Amy Young if you would like to be on the planning committee.  We will meet once a month and a couple times in February.  Meetings will be virtual and in person.  You can reach Amy at 801.629.4783 or amyy@usdb.org
  • The next USBE board meeting as the governing body for USDB will be on Friday December 6th at 1:00 pm. The agenda, when published, can be found using this link: https://usbe.civicclerk.com/web/Home.aspx (Times are subject to change)

For your convenience, all fliers in this email can be found in this TVI Memo Resources  folder along with any past fliers and information.