All workshops are led by qualified, blind instructors and mentors. This program is made possible through a partnership with the Office of Blindness and Vision Services at the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS).
GLIDE returns for the 2025 – 2026 school year!
GLIDE will prepare blind and low vision transition-aged youth for life after high school (college or employment) through interactive and energetic workshops.
Join us for a new year with brand new topics and activities!
DATES and TOPICS:
- September 20: Prologue: Life Beyond the Classroom
- October 18: Commanding the stage: Presenting with Presence
- November 15: Plot Twists & Partnerships: Working in Harmony
- December 13: Breaking the Script: Rising Beyond Expectations
- January 17: Conversations in the Margin: Informational Interviewing
- February 13: Gathering the Cast: NFMD Convention
- March 14: From Chaos to Control: Organizing Your Way to Success
- April 18: Next Chapter: Stepping Into What’s Ahead
- June (TBD): Epilogue: Independent Livings Skills Retreat
WORKSHOP TIMES:
9:30 AM-10:00 AM Breakfast (optional)
10:00 AM-4:00 PM Workshops at BISM – 3345 Washington Blvd, Baltimore



Questions!
For more information on our Youth Programming contact Juhi Narula, Youth Transitions Program Manager, at (410) 737-2642 or jnarula@bism.org.