Barber National Institute

Barber National Institute Barber National Institute believes in a world where people of all abilities belong and reach their full potential.

We are guided by compassion, innovation, and an unshakeable belief in human potential. We work every day to help make dreams come true.

🚨Important School Announcement: Students and staff of the Elizabeth Lee Black School should not report to school today, ...
09/03/2026

🚨Important School Announcement: Students and staff of the Elizabeth Lee Black School should not report to school today, Thursday, Sept. 3, due to a power outage from last night’s storm.

Yeehaw! Our Bollinger Campus in Warren, PA recently celebrated a "rodeo day" complete with crafts, activities, and a sho...
09/02/2026

Yeehaw! Our Bollinger Campus in Warren, PA recently celebrated a "rodeo day" complete with crafts, activities, and a short visit to the ol' hoosegow 🤠

09/01/2026

There's a special education teacher shortage across the country, but why is this happening? 🏫 Find out in the newest episode of our podcast "Celebrate What's Different" is out now on Spotify 🎧

When your work changes lives, every day counts. Join our team in Erie to turn caring into a career as you support childr...
08/30/2026

When your work changes lives, every day counts. Join our team in Erie to turn caring into a career as you support children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Stop by our hiring event in Erie on Tuesday, Sept. 8, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. See the flyer below for more information 👇👇👇

We're just two weeks away from the very first Lake Erie Odyssey! Set sail on an epic adventure in the region's only adap...
08/29/2026

We're just two weeks away from the very first Lake Erie Odyssey! Set sail on an epic adventure in the region's only adapted adventure obstacle course for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Online registration closes Sept. 2 - so register for free at barberinstitute.org/LEO

Did you see our Kids on the Block Puppet Troupe and Barber Beats Perform at CelebrateErie? We had a blast opening the Fa...
08/28/2026

Did you see our Kids on the Block Puppet Troupe and Barber Beats Perform at CelebrateErie? We had a blast opening the Family Stage on Friday, Aug. 14! Our talented puppet troupe and drummers entertained festival goers through song, dance, and movement.

08/27/2026

Dr. Erik Bentsen explains why special education is so important for students with disabilities 🏫 New episode of our podcast "Celebrate What's Different" is out now on Spotify 🎧

Join us in congratulating Trummel Baker, who has been selected to receive the "Where Ability Leads the Way Award" from P...
08/26/2026

Join us in congratulating Trummel Baker, who has been selected to receive the "Where Ability Leads the Way Award" from Philadelphia Intellectual disAbility Services (IDS) and the Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services. The award recognizes those who help create communities where people with intellectual disabilities are valued for their abilities, supported in pursuing their goals, and empowered to lead meaningful, self-directed lives. Congratulations, Trummel, on this well-deserved recognition!

Welcome back, students! There were excited faces all around the Elizabeth Lee Black School for the first day of school t...
08/25/2026

Welcome back, students! There were excited faces all around the Elizabeth Lee Black School for the first day of school today. Here's to another fun year!

Thank you so much to everyone who came out to the ELBS Open House & Resource Fair today! It was great connecting with ou...
08/24/2026

Thank you so much to everyone who came out to the ELBS Open House & Resource Fair today! It was great connecting with our families before school starts tomorrow.

A special thank you to our community partners - including ECCM, Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, UPMC Health Plan, and Early Learning Resource Center Region 1 - for volunteering their time in support of our students and families.

It's going to be another great year at the Elizabeth Lee Black School!

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Erie, PA
16507

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Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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