Florida Division of Blind Services Celebrates 85 Years of Impact and a Future Beyond Limits

The Florida Department of Education's Division of Blind Services (DBS) is commemorating its 85th anniversary with a statewide celebration themed "85 Years of Impact and a Future Beyond Limits." Throughout October 2026, DBS will host a five-city tour to honor over eight decades of empowering Floridians who are blind or visually impaired. The tour begins on October 2 in Pensacola and concludes on October 29 in Fort Myers, with additional stops in Miami, Tallahassee, and Daytona Beach. Each event will gather clients, families, employers, partners, and community leaders to reflect on past achievements and discuss future initiatives. A highlight of the celebration is the grand reopening of the Career, Technology & Training Center in Daytona Beach on October 15, coinciding with White Cane Day. This facility is dedicated to providing vocational and adaptive skills training essential for modern professional environments. Interim Director Trina Travis emphasized that this milestone serves as a bridge to future growth, focusing on training, technology, and employer partnerships to ensure long-term independence for the state's blind population. (prnewswire.com)