AIDB Short-Term Programs

Check out what Short-Term Programs has coming up!

We are excited to host our open house on December 13, 2025 on the ASB Campus from 1:00-4:00 p.m.

We also have a very exciting and unique line-up of courses coming in 2026!

To register for the open house or to get an early registration for our courses, please scan the QR codes provided on the flyer or use the following links.

Open house: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/12-1rUxQjqcXPcK3EtGQ55LQwTLit1uM4qLLSE-iBuaY/viewform?edit_requested=true

Courses: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXEPhX3XFieWdl1i3OL1IiUco1-_YlNyG0ktczro-oGA4Oqg/viewform

We look forward to seeing all of you!

🏠✨ Home Harmony Highlights! ✨🏠

Our students had an incredible week during the Home Harmony course at Short-Term Program, where they explored essential independent living skills to help build confidence and independence at home and beyond. From learning how to properly wash hair, fold fitted sheets, and make a bed, to organizing a book bag, doing laundry, budgeting, and even dismantling and cleaning a stovetop — these students were busy!

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing guest speakers! Ms. Natalie from Hair Studio 36 (Decatur, AL) led an engaging and hands-on lesson on proper hair care and washing techniques. The students loved naming their mannequin heads and learning how to care for their individual hair types.

Ms. Kim Chichester, AFCB Residential Manager, also joined us to share real-world tips on grocery budgeting and using a grocery shopping app to make meal planning more manageable. Her insights sparked great conversations and practical applications for our students preparing for more independence.

We’re so proud of the growth and effort each student showed this week.

Our next course, Creative Expressions, begins in just a couple of weeks! If you haven’t registered yet, don’t miss out — click here to register now! https://wkf.ms/3GRNmlj

Last week in our Student Safety Course, our students got hands on with fingerprinting and analyzing evidence patterns!

🎯 Pathways to Success: Career Exploration & Cane Travel
June 24–27 | AIDB North Campus – Decatur, AL
FREE Course | Transportation may be provided

What does the future look like for students who are blind or visually impaired? With the right tools and guidance—anything is possible.

During our Pathways to Success course, students will dive into hands-on career exploration, engaging discussions, cane travel instruction, and meaningful mentorship opportunities. This holistic experience is designed to help students discover their interests, strengths, and aspirations—all while building critical independent travel skills. Don’t miss this chance to gain skills, grow in confidence, and start mapping out your future!

This course is open to school-aged students in Alabama who are blind or visually impaired.

Already enrolled in STP? Register here: https://wkf.ms/4jWjvpr
Not enrolled in STP yet? Apply here: https://wkf.ms/4jTkqHp

Check out our other summer courses, meet the staff, or just find out more information about STP on our webpage: www.aidb.org/STP

Questions? Contact STP Director Jessica Chapa at [email protected] or 256-761-3858.