The Freedom Scientific Student of the Month Program features K-12 students living in the U.S. who are blind or visually impaired and use Freedom Scientific technology to achieve educational goals. The Student of the Month for February 2025 is Meron, a seventh-grader from Maryland.
Meron began learning JAWS in the sixth grade and uses it both in and out of the classroom to complete assignments, access web pages, and read important class materials. “JAWS helps me access information I couldn’t access with other tools,” he explained. He is currently learning how to use the Focus 40 braille display.
After high school, Meron is interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement. In his spare time, he enjoys reading audiobooks and taking part in outdoor activities like running and rock climbing. Last year, he also competed in cross-country running and says he enjoyed the sport.
Meron says JAWS and the Focus 40 are important for his future success. “In high school and when I grow up, I will eventually have to be independent, so I am practicing now.”
Learn more about Meron in this video.
Nominate a Student
Complete our nomination form to self-nominate or nominate a student. Visit the Freedom Scientific Student of the Month page for details, and watch our blog in March for the next winner and that student’s story.
Winners receive a $300 Amazon gift card and a five-year license for JAWS, ZoomText, or Fusion. Their story will be featured by Freedom Scientific on our blog and social media—X, (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, Mastodon, and Threads.
In partnership with Computers for the Blind, each winner can also receive a free, refurbished computer along with a free one-year Home Annual license of JAWS or ZoomText, which is already installed. Learn more about Computers for the Blind and their partnership with Freedom Scientific on their order page.
Have questions? Send an email to training@vispero.com.