Meetings and Events
The Outreach Center for Deafness and Blindness at OCALI provides professional development and networking at their many meetings and events. See the list below to learn more about Ohio Department of Education and Workforce updates, testing, assistive technology, best practices, resources, and more for any professional serving children who are deaf/hard of hearing or blind/visually impaired.
Event Schedule
| Event Title and Registration | Date(s) and Times | Description | Flyer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family University Conference |
5/31/2025 | 10:00am - 1:00pm |
Welcome families of children who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Blind, Visually Impaired, or Deafblind. Join us for an opportunity to connect with other families, learn about support agencies and gather helpful information around transition, technology and more! |
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| Orientation & Mobility Assessment: An Introduction |
6/3/2025 | 4:00pm - 5:30pm |
This 90-minute webinar is also a live, interactive event designed to provide introductory information on the basics of Orientation & Mobility assessment including: an overview of services, why it's important for students who are blind or visually impaired, indicators that an assessment might be needed, and understanding the referral process. Come get answers to your questions about O&M assessment! |
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| Deaf Education Network Meeting |
9/26/2025 | 9:00am - 10:30am |
The goal of the Deaf Education Network Fall Meeting is to connect professionals and agencies who serve D/HH learners in the state of Ohio and provide them with the most current resources available around the state. |
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| Professionals Serving Student with Visual Impairments Fall Meeting |
10/10/2025 | 9:00am - 11:00am |
Join the Professionals Serving Students with Visual Impairments (PSSVI) network! Stay informed with updates from statewide partners that could affect you, discover what's happening for students in districts across Ohio, and explore resources you can share. |
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