Jasmyn Polite's blog

Ingredients for Encouraging People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired

A young woman in a cap and gown holds up her diploma.Over the years, I have worked hard to become an independent, successful young woman with dreams of helping children who are blind or visually impaired grow into successful adults.

The Good Old Days at the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind (FSDB)

Jasmyn at FSDB graduation with her diploma and gownI will never forget the great memories I had while I attended the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind (FSDB).  

My Experience at Hadley Institute for the Blind and Visually Impaired

A young woman poses for the cameraI have been visually impaired all my life. I was born with congenital cataracts and I had to get them removed at 6 to 9 months old.

Why I Love My Cane and What It Means to Me

Jasmyn PoliteI have limited side or peripheral vision, a condition that is also known as "tunnel vision", where I am not able to see what’s on my sides or what’s coming from up or down, such a step off or a dangerous snake on the floor. This is where the white cane comes in handy.

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