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Veteran's Day : Nov. 11

Updated on 09/06/2024

Veterans Day is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11, for honoring military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. These memorial gestures all took place on November 11, giving universal recognition to the celebrated ending of World War I fighting at 11 a.m., November 11, 1918 (the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month). The day became known as “Armistice Day.”

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Cheerleading Season begins 11/11

Updated on 09/06/2024

Cheerleading begins Monday, November 11, 2024 

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Support our Students / School

Updated on 10/30/2024

We are very thankful of all the organizations and business' that support our students, school, and activities. The donations, advertisements, and sponsors obviously help us by their financial donations, but equally important: they help us to build stronger connections between the Illinois School for the Visually Impaired and the community.  As with every school, budgets are tight and the cost of activities and sports continue to rise.  ISVI is a residential school in which our students are from all over the state.  Unlike our local public schools, the vast majority of our students are not local.   At the same time, our students are integrated throughout Jacksonville and as a result, Jacksonville becomes their 2nd home. From their first day of attendance, our students learn to advocate for themselves and become as independent as possible.  We’re fortunate in that this community embraces all the schools.  This is evident by the local busi

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World Kindness Day : Nov. 13

Updated on 09/06/2024

In a world that seems to be getting more and more divided, it can feel like there’s not much you can do. And yet, we all know that doing small acts of kindness for strangers or people in need is one of the best ways to make the world a better place. It doesn’t take much effort but it has an incredible impact on those around us. That’s why World Kindness Day was created – so you could celebrate good deeds on this special day and inspire others to follow your example! On November 13th each year, people from around the globe come together to create a chain reaction of compassion by performing random acts of kindness for total strangers. You don’t even have to leave your house or spend any money – just do something nice for someone else!  The goal is simple – spread as many smiles as possible across our planet by encouraging everyone who participates in World Kindness Day to perform at least one act of Kindness. What will you do/

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Welcome / Multiple Video's & Tour of ISVI

Updated on 09/06/2024

Welcome to our Virtual Tour of ISVI!Thank you for visiting our web site!   Below are 7 links to separate Videos.   The first two are about ISVI while 4 are news reports from Channel 20 out of Springfield on two of the several sports we participate in - Goalball and Track.   At the end there's yet another Video of our Opening Doors Program. This website's goal is to be an added resource as to all the great opportunities that are happening for the students at ISVI. For more detailed school information click on ISVI's State website. You can also find links taking you directly to other local schools in Jacksonville such as ISD, Routt, & JHS.  We are fortunate in that both Routt & JHS work directly with both ISD & ISVI. We are also proud to be a Leader in Me School.   We're still a work in progress as we continue to include what's happening at our sister schools in town.  It's a family

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Pack the House Night @ Los Rancheros Nov. 19

Updated on 09/06/2024

On Tuesday, Nov. 19 we'll have a Pack the House Night @ Los Rancheros from 11 am - 10 pm  Los will donate $$$ back to the ISVI Booster Club based on orders from all dine in & pickup orders between 11:00 am - 10:00 pm.   Delivery will not be credited.   Help us Spread the word, and Thank you for your support!

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Thanksgiving : Nov. 28

Updated on 09/25/2024

Thanksgiving is a national holiday celebrated on various dates in the United States, Canada, Grenada, Saint Lucia, and Liberia.  It began as a day of giving thanks for the blessing of the harvest and of the preceding year.   Similarly named festival holidays occur in Germany and Japan. 

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International Day of Persons with Disabilities : December 3

Updated on 09/25/2024

Although December has not been designated a special heritage month, it does contain celebratory days that are recognized internationally. On December 10 in 1948, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The document set forth the basic civil standard of economic, political, and social rights that should be guaranteed to every person. Each December, the commitment to this universal document of rights is renewed and celebrated.   In addition, the United Nations has established December 3 as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This international observance was established to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights, and well-being of persons with disabilities. It also aims to foster awareness of the importance of integrating persons with disabilities into every aspect of life.

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PTO Zoom Meeting - December 4 @ 6:00 pm

Updated on 11/08/2024

We will have a Zoom PTO Meeting - December 4 at 6:00 pm CST.   Parents, Faculty, Students, Please plan on joining us.  The zoom link is listed below.     Future PTO Meetings are:December 4 - * usually the 1st Wednesday of each Month ISVI’s PTO Zoom MeetingTime: Wednesday, December 4 at 6:00 pm Join our PTO Meeting Meetinghttps://www.zoomgov.com/j/1602864353?pwd=HienIiapYLM6RXOP1ztVrNmZ13h6n5.1 Meeting ID: 160 286 4353PASSCODE: 187431 Help us spread the word.   Thank you!   All Zoom Meetings are at 6:00 pm  

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Pack the House @ Leos - December 11

Updated on 10/10/2024

The Sophomore Class @ the Illinois School for the Visually Impaired is hosting a Pack the House Night @ Leo's   Please mark your calendars and stop in for an amazing dinner for a great cause.  We hope to see you there!   On Wednesday, December 11th we'll host a Pack the House night at Leo's Pizza in Jacksonville from 4 - 10 pm. Leo's will donate 15% back of all food sales back to our Soph. Class @ ISVI.  The Pack the House Night applies to Dine in and Carry out only.   The only delivery that will be credited are deliveries to the campus of ISVI.   Please help us spread the word.

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Mrs. K's Holiday Program - Dec. 20

Updated on 09/25/2024

Mrs. Kerhlikar and her students work hard to put on several programs throughout the school year.   We're really excited today as it's the Holiday Program which will be in auditorium.

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