Envision Level Up Program

What is the Level Up Program?

Developed in 2006 to address the learning gap between students who are blind and visually impaired and their sighted peers, the Level Up Program partners with teachers, families, assistive technology professionals, community professionals, colleges and universities to guide students as they set goals and achieve success. This comprehensive national program provides access to ongoing support and resources for students who are blind or visually impaired at every stage of their education.

CONNECT • ENGAGE • ACT

Gaining independence as you transition into adulthood is important. For students who are blind and visually impaired (B/VI), Envision offers an energetic and valuable program where students:

CONNECT with instructors and peers to learn to use Assistive Technology (AT); ENGAGE in fun and inspirational activities with friends from all across the US; ACT to help bridge the digital divide as students advance their education and prepare for transition to higher education and/or employment.

What's Included:

The Level Up Program works to promote academic success by developing independence, success skills and leadership, while students learn more about assistive technology.

We further elevate these skills and prepare students ages 14-22 to transition successfully to college and career and/or gain skills for education.

Both Sessions Offer:

Inspirational Stories

Access Technology Sessions

Hands-On Career Based STEAM Workshops

Physical Fitness Acitivities

Leadership Development

Pathways to Transition

Self-Advocacy

College and Career Exploration

Communication and Etiquette

Organizational & Study Skills

Level Up Supports Education!

Envision incorporates aspects of all nine core areas of Expanded Core Curriculum within the weeklong Level Up Conference.

Hands-on STEAM sessions provide students a unique opportunity to explore potential career fields led by professionals currently working in that field, supporting the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS).

Who is eligible?

Level Up is designed for students who are blind or visually impaired and whose vision loss is their primary challenge. Based on the training we provide our staff and volunteers, we may not be the appropriate fit for students whose behavioral, developmental or mobility issues are more challenging than their vision loss. Additionally, students attending our residential program must be able to meet their own physical and personal hygiene needs. Our goal is to provide a safe and beneficial experience for all involved. The schedule is packed with fun and engaging learning opportunities from beginning to end.

Requirements:

Students must have been enrolled in school or a transition program during the 2025/2026 school year.

Students must be between the ages of 14 and 22 as of June 1st.

How do students participate?

Students can register to participate in Level Up by contacting programs@envisionus.com. They will be added to our distribution list for ongoing programming. Summer Program Registration includes all course work, housing, meals and activities. Registration for students interested in attending our summer residential program will be available soon!

$500 for Kansas residents | $1500 for Out-of-State students

We encourage students to contact their vocational rehabilitation transition counselors or local agency to ask about assistance to attend Level Up.