Mississippi Hearing-Vision Project

04/03/2026

Mark your calendars for a meaningful and fun-filled morning!

Join us on Saturday, April 25, 2026 (8:00 AM – Noon) at the Woolmarket Community Center in Biloxi for the 7th Annual Walk & Roll for CHARGE Syndrome — “Charge for our MS CHARGERS!”
Bring your family and friends to walk, run, roll, skate, or bike the community center paths as we raise awareness and support for individuals and families impacted by CHARGE Syndrome. This special event celebrates strength, resilience, and hope—highlighted by inspiring stories like Holden’s.
- Community agencies that serve individuals with disabilities are invited to participate and host a table!
- Every step you take helps provide direct support for families, research, and outreach services.
- Register using this link or the QR code on the flyer: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/BuffaloGrove/WalkandRollforCHARGE
📍 Location: Woolmarket Community Center
📍 Address: 16320 Old Woolmarket Rd., Biloxi, MS
- Register or donate today using the QR codes on the flyer!
Let’s come together, move with purpose, and make a difference. We can’t wait to see you there!

04/01/2026

It's that time again - End of the Year Surveys 📚. Your input helps to ensure the MHVP is providing high-quality, accessible support to the families and educators we serve. Deadline for online submittal is April 10. 2026.
Families: https://usmuw.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eJXUKrDxbevQnyK
Professionals: https://usmuw.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1YecXpPELSj7Po2
Advisory Committee & Partners:
https://usmuw.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_87F7bBk7VeHwfUq

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03/29/2026

Ready to grow your impact? Join our Professional Development Series in Deafblindness & High Intensity Support Needs this summer!
- Choose from courses like Introduction to Deafblindness or Communication Strategies
- Learn from Brandy Sebera, Julie Maier, Maurice Belote
- Flexible online format
- CEUs, graduate credit, and RID CEUs available
Spots are limited. Register today before the May 29 deadline.

03/22/2026

When Maurice Belote presents, we’re in for a treat! He’s a knowledgeable colleague with a genuine love for our field, and it always shows in the way he shares and connects.
You won’t be disappointed—join us this coming Thursday!

03/21/2026

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For Alex Hitzelberger, his low vision hides obstacles until they’re close, and his auditory challenges make sounds blend together.

03/20/2026

How many Mississippians were touched by the MHVP last year? Take a look 🔎

12/13/2025

Check out See Me Thrive! Adapted Toys at https://www.seemethrive.org/ for another Mississippi-based family-owned business.

12/13/2025

Check out the 2025 Original Disability Holiday Gift Guide featuring small business owners (disabilties) produced annually by Emily Ladau & Kate Caldwell!

THE 2025 DISABILITY HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE IS LIVE! 🎁 Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/eSQhwjyw Yes, the world continues to be in fiery chaos, but we can absolutely still embrace joy...which there's plenty of to be found in this year's gift guide. I launched my Disability Holiday Gift Guide in 2014...

10/31/2025

Dr. Angela Perez informs us about Noonan Syndrome and it's possible effects upon infants & toddlers development...
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/angelea-perez-ph-d-faao-311a4141_earlyintervention-neurofibromatosis-noonansyndrome-activity-7389069101391876096-D9M7?utm_source=social_share_send&utm_medium=android_app&rcm=ACoAAAKSFVYBSbyRWV_grizLZVHedqrlhrfw5kA&utm_campaign=copy_link

Why it matters-Be a vision hero! Understanding Neurofibromatosis-Noonan Syndrome in Early Childhood Neurofibromatosis-Noonan Syndrome (NFNS) is a rare genetic condition that combines features of both Neurofibromatosis Type 1 and Noonan Syndrome — and its effects often appear long before a child’...

10/02/2025

Kristin Smedley, you are at it again... inspiring others through actions and words... with your determined passion! Thank you for being you and all you do!

If you’ve ever felt like you didn’t belong in the room… Pull. Up. A. Chair. Last week, I sat at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., surrounded by world-class researchers, biotech executives, FDA leaders, and policy strategists. We were gathered by the Duke-Margolis Institute for Healt...

09/06/2025

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08/26/2025

Have you heard of Interveners? Want to know more? Watch this video to learn how an Intervener can be an impactful educational Team member. Many thanks, DeafBlind Project for Children and Youth and the star student and her family, for sharing this stellar exemplar of how it can work!

Building a path to access and learning for a student who is DeafBlind. This video was made by the Louisiana DeafBlind Project. Learn more at https://www.hdc....