The School Intervention Program (SIP) is HTBF’s umbrella initiative designed to strengthen foundational learning and life skills for visually impaired students in government schools. SIP integrates two core interventions—STEP-Up and the STEM Mathematics Project—to create a continuum of learning from basic digital literacy to advanced STEM readiness.

Why SIP Matters

• Limited access to assistive technology and digital tools.
• Gaps in English communication and mobility training.
• Inaccessible teaching methods for Math and Science.
• Insufficient preparation for higher education and competitive careers.

SIP addresses these gaps through structured programs that combine academic support, skill development, and experiential learning, ensuring students are equipped for both college and future employment.

STEP-Up: Rationale and Impact

• Digital literacy for academic and professional success.
• English communication to improve confidence and employability.
• Mobility training for independent travel and safety.
• Reasoning and computational thinking to strengthen problem-solving skills.

By delivering 750+ hours of structured training, STEP-Up empowers students with practical skills and confidence, enabling smooth transitions to higher education and skill-based programs like EMET.

2024–25 Highlights

• Reached 174 students across Poonamallee, Thanjavur, and Arni, including 65 blind and 109 low-vision learners.
• Delivered 750+ hours of training in computer literacy, English communication, and mobility.
• Typing speeds improved from 5 WPM (50% accuracy) to 17 WPM (75%), and English proficiency rose by 40%.
• Established new computer labs in Arni and Trichy, upgraded Thanjavur lab, and distributed laptops for uninterrupted learning.
• Celebrated White Cane Day, Louis Braille Day, and Career Awareness Workshops, fostering pride and peer bonding.
• Impact: 38 students transitioned to higher education, including 22 in EMET-affiliated colleges; 29 received HTBF scholarships.

Success Story: Aanadh, a government school student, scored 486/600 in board exams, typing at 27 WPM with 95% accuracy.