Reviews Catholic school provisions for the education of blind and visually handicapped students and considers what more needs to be done to fully implement the Pastoral Statement of the Bishops on Handicapped People (1978). Suggests a vision consultant to coordinate services and provide staff development. (SJL)

Describes the programs of St. Lucy's Day School, which focuses on maintaining a special facility for children with visual impairments. Emphasizes early intervention, qualified teachers, mainstreaming, social support for family, pooling of resources from colleges and vendors in the community, and the use of advanced technology to improve education.…