In a diverse school with many disabled students, Bill Henderson became a blind principal and a leader of equity. The Blind Advantage explores his journey, why his condition made him a stronger leader, and how he helped students and teachers succeed.

Bill Henderson was told he should get out of education when he discovered he was gradually losing his vision. Instead, Henderson persevered in his chosen career. This chronicles his journey as a school leader and describes how his experiences becoming blind helped develop key qualities—determination, vision, sensitivity, organization, collaboration, and humour—that made him a more effective principal.