Born in 1866 in Massachusetts to Irish immigrant parents. Contracted trachoma at age five, leading to severe vision loss. Lost mother at age eight, lived in Tewksbury Almshouse. Learned about blind schools from resident, became determined to attend
Abacus is world's first calculator, invented between 300-500 BC. Term 'abacus' comes from Arabic 'abq' meaning sand or dust. First written information about abacus comes from Herodotus (480-425 BC). Oldest surviving abacus is Salamis abacus found on Greek island in 1899
Tanya Sheckley created UP Academy after her daughter Eliza's death. School provides inclusive education for children with disabilities. Eliza's death in 2016 inspired Tanya to continue building the school. UP Academy now has 20 students in San Mateo
Born Johanna Mansfield Sullivan in 1866 in Massachusetts. Contracted trachoma at age five, becoming partially blind. Survived multiple unsuccessful eye operations at Tewksbury Hospital. Graduated from Perkins School for the Blind at age 20
White cane helps visually impaired people scan surroundings and identify themselves. Long cane extends from floor to sternum for mobility. Guide cane extends from floor to waist for scanning and protection. Identification cane alerts others about visual impairment. Support cane provides stability and identification