News & Updates from Barber National Institute

It’s going to be a fun summer for children and adults in two Barber National Institute camps, thanks to a donation from an Erie church.

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Drum roll, please!  Watch Jude Shingle, one of the judges for the Jay & Mona Kang Virtual Art Show & Sale, announce the winners on Thursday, April 15 during the 5:30 p.m. newscast on WICU TV.

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March is Women’s History Month, a commemoration passed by Congress in 1987 to recognize the contributions made by women throughout history and in contemporary society.  In a series created by Erie News Now, Dr. Gertrude A. Barber, founder of the Barber National Institute, was celebrated for her legacy of services to persons with disabilities and their families.

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In recognition of the more than 1,475 employees carrying out the mission of the Barber National Institute, including all of those staff in the Elizabeth Lee Black School, in 95 group homes, day programs across Pennsylvania, Behavioral Health Services, Early Intervention, and all departments that support these essential services. 

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