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Thank You to Our Federal Partners

Thank You to Our Federal Partners

NCSAB extends our sincere thanks to Diana Diaz, Acting OSERS Assistant Secretary Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, and Christopher Pope, Acting RSA Commissioner, for joining the NCSAB Executive Strategic Planning Meeting. The Executive Team opened the planning meeting by hearing from our federal partners!

We are grateful for their continued leadership, collaboration, and vision in advancing the mission of vocational rehabilitation, especially for individuals who are blind and visually impaired.

Together, we are moving forward with shared priorities:

1. Celebrating and sharing success stories of clients, including those with co-occurring disabilities, who achieve competitive integrated employment.
2. Advancing employment choice of our clients to pursue career paths through informed decision making, supportive environments, and continuous access to VR’s comprehensive services.
3. Expanding meaningful self-employment pathways that reflect the talent and potential of our clients.

We are energized by the momentum and look forward to all that lies ahead—more great things to come!





Spring 2026 NCSAB Conference
Beyond Barriers: Innovation Leads to Independence
When: April 1 – 3, 2026
Where: Grand Hyatt Washington, 1000 H Street, NW, Washington DC 20001
Participant Registration Exhibitor Registration
About the Conference
The NCSAB Spring 2026 Training Conference brings together state agency leaders and professionals serving the blind and visually impaired. This gathering focuses on advancing strategies that break through barriers and harness innovation to promote greater independence and opportunity across the country.
Early Registration (Feb 3 - Feb 27)
Members: $495
Non-Members: $845
Group (5+ Members): $450/ea
One Day: $400
Speaker: $300
Exhibitor Early: $1,690
Late Registration (Feb 28 - Mar 24)
Members Late: $545
Non-Member Late: $895
Group Late (Members): $500/ea
One Day Late: $450
Speaker: $300
Exhibitor Late: $1,740
Accommodation & Dietary Requests: Deadline February 27, 2026. Must be requested during registration.
Cancellations: Full refund by Feb 27; 50% refund Feb 28 - March 23. No refunds after March 23.
Membership Dues: If you have not paid your 2025 Membership Dues, you must register as a non-member. Contact Treasurer Natasha Jerde at natasha.jerde@state.mn.us for status inquiries.
Hotel Reservations
Grand Hyatt Washington
1000 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 | (202) 582-1234
Room Rate: $309 single/double +taxes
Block Code: G-CS4V (Ask for CSAVR/NCSAB room block)
Cut-Off Date: March 6, 2026
Travel Note: Located on the Metro Center stop (accessible via Blue line from Reagan Airport). 4.5 miles from airport.
BE AWARE: $500 fine for smoking, vaping, or candles in rooms.
HOTEL ROOM CANCELLATION POLICY:
All cancellations for the CSAVR/NCSAB/NCSRC room block must be made through Theresa Hamrick at thamrick@CSAVR.org (301-519-8023). Cancelled rooms will be assigned to the waitlist. If you require an accessible room and cannot secure one, contact Theresa Hamrick immediately.