The Lower School Program provides day and residential services to children who are blind, visually handicapped and multi-handicapped blind. An individualized program is developed for each student to maximize his or her abilities and potential. Instruction includes math, reading, science, communication skills and braille, as well as arts and crafts, orientation and mobility, physical education, music and daily living skills. The Lower School Program helps children form the basis for the development of language, communication, and live skills.
Many students also benefit from clinical assistance.
The direct involvement and availability of specialists, such as psychologists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, social workers, behavior management specialists, physical therapists, and other clinical staff often enhance a student's individualized program. Return to Programs and Services or the Perkins School for the Blind homepage .