Electrifying News – Congrats Outstanding Staff!
Congratulations to the 2026 TSBVI Outstanding Direct Care Staff Members. These individuals have been recognized by their peers for excellence in the education of our students. They will be recognized at the February 6th Board Meeting at 10:15am.
Outstanding Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments: Saffron Burnett
Outstanding Teacher of Students with Visual and Multiple Impairments: Rebecca Kirsch
Outstanding Residential Staff Member: Eliana Morales
Outstanding Paraprofessional: Robert “Woody” Woodruff
Outstanding Related Service Provider: Antronette Little
Students will travel to the Louisiana School for the Blind January 22-25 for the South Central Association of Schools for the Blind wrestling, cheer, and performing arts competition. Best of luck to students and thanks to all the staff facilitating and supporting this empowering event.
Monday, January 19th, is a staff and student holiday remembering Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and there will be no Electrifying News. It will be a travel day for students. TSBVI will celebrate on January 21st with a special meal from the cafeteria, the Dr. King Dinner.
Well known for many written works, I recently landed on a small piece he wrote in 1947 titled “The Purpose of Education.” Within, Dr. King stated, “We must remember that intelligence is not enough. Intelligence plus character–that is the goal of true education. The complete education gives one not only power of concentration, but worthy objectives upon which to concentrate.”
As we continue to fulfill the mission of TSBVI, I think it’s important to recognize Dr. King’s remarks and talk to our students about their goals and where they wish to concentrate. “Worthy objectives” are critical and spark a fire within that can lead to a fulfilling life.
Have a great week!
Emily Coleman, Superintendent