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Florida DBS to Host 75th Anniversary Regional Expo and Ceremony in Pensacola

Posted on May 9, 2017

Tomorrow, the Florida Division of Blind Services (DBS) will host its final 75th Anniversary Regional Ceremony and Expo in Pensacola. The event will feature educational sessions, networking opportunities and a community and technology showcase.
During the ceremony, DBS administrators will also induct new members into the “Successful 75,” an award program that recognizes individuals, organizations and businesses who have remained steadfast in the advancement of independence for persons who are blind and visually impaired.
This family-friendly event is free and open to the public.
WHAT: Division of Blind Services 75th Anniversary Regional Ceremony and Expo
WHEN: Wednesday, May 10
12:30 – 4:30 p.m. (75th Anniversary Ceremony begins at 3 p.m.)
WHO: Director Robert L. Doyle III, Florida Division of Blind Services
Paul Edwards, Florida Council for the Blind
Pamela Wirick, DBS Client, Early Learning Coalition of Escambia
Representative Frank White, District 2, Florida House of Representatives
WHERE: Hyatt Place Pensacola Airport
161 Airport Lane
Meeting Place 1 & 2
Pensacola, Florida 32504
For 75 years, the Division of Blind Services has fostered independence for the blind and visually impaired community through its educational, vocational, medical, social and recreational services and programs. The Division’s mission is to ensure blind and visually-impaired Floridians have the tools, support and opportunity to achieve success. To find out more, visit dbs.fldoe.org.
For more information about the Florida Department of Education, visit www.fldoe.org.

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