News & Updates from Barber National Institute

Warren Gives: $6,934 for Art & Technology Activities at Bollinger Campus

Warren Gives: $6,934 for Art & Technology Activities at Bollinger Campus

Posted on June 6th, 2024 at 4:56 PM

Warren, PA (June 5, 2024) - The Community Foundation of Warren presented Barber National Institute- Bollinger campus with a check for $6,934 from Warren Gives 2024.

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Elizabeth Lee Black School Celebrates Graduation

Elizabeth Lee Black School Celebrates Graduation

Posted on June 4th, 2024 at 6:24 PM

Erie, PA (June 3, 2024) - It was an emotional milestone for nine Barber National Institute Elizabeth Lee Black School graduates and their families as they accepted their diplomas presented by Barber National Institute Executive Vice President Dr. Maureen Barber-Carey and Special Education Director Allison Reynolds.

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Pre-K Counts & Happy Hearts Graduation

Pre-K Counts & Happy Hearts Graduation

Posted on June 3rd, 2024 at 8:31 PM

Erie, PA (June 3, 2024) - Over 30 preschool children from Erie and Corry graduated from Pre-K Counts and Happy Hearts Childcare.

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Shapiro Administration Highlights Governor’s Proposal for Major Investments in Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Services, Workforce

Posted on May 31st, 2024 at 3:30 PM

Erie, PA (May 30, 2024) - Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh visited Barber National Institute on May 30 and talked with self-advocates, parents, and direct support professionals about the need for historic investments in Governor Josh Shapiro’s 2024-25 proposed budget, which would increase the number of Pennsylvanians who can access ID/A services, and support the professionals who care for Pennsylvanians with ID/A. 

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