Carroll Center for the Blind: Braille Challenge

The Braille Challenge is a national competition for school-aged youth who read and write braille. Created by the Braille Institute, it offers students a fun and motivating opportunity to strengthen essential braille skills that support academic success, confidence, and independence. Through a series of timed contests, participants practice reading comprehension, proofreading, spelling, tactile graphics, and speed and accuracy—all in a supportive and spirited environment. The top 50 students with the highest scores across North America will be invited to the annual Braille Challenge finals competition in Los Angeles!

Event Details:

In-Person Date & Time: Saturday, February 28, 2026 (Snow Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026) | 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. ET
Location: The Carroll Center for the Blind, 770 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02458

Virtual Date & Time: Saturday, February 7, 2026 | 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. ET

Why Participate in the Braille Challenge?

The Braille Challenge is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of braille literacy and the vibrant community that surrounds it. Students and families join us each year because:

• It builds confidence through hands-on practice with key braille skills.
• It creates community, bringing together students, families, teachers, and mentors from across the region.
• It’s exciting and fun, with a full day of activities, challenges, and opportunities to connect.
• It inspires growth, whether a student is just beginning on their braille journey or preparing for more advanced contests.
• It offers connection and encouragement, reminding students that they’re part of a supportive community that values braille readers of every level.

Link to the event on our website: carroll.org/braille-challenge