Empowering Individuals with Down Syndrome at School and Work
Imagine spending $46,550 a year to send your young adult child to a university. For most typical college students, this price tag would bring with it a full college experience with a wide range of … [Continue reading]
Sally loves her job. She shows up on-time with a smile, and dedication to her work. She almost never misses a day, and her co-workers say she boosts morale. Sally also happens to have Down … [Continue reading]
Our local self-advocates proved how important advocacy is at our 15th Annual Miami Valley Down Syndrome Association (MVDSA) Buddy Walk. Nothing About Us, Without Us! Often good-intentioned … [Continue reading]
So, you have 35 years of evidence-based research and federal law behind you. Your child with Down syndrome has a teacher with an open heart and willingness to include him or her. But it's the actual … [Continue reading]
When I gave feedback as a teacher to parents with a student who misbehaved I always used a "complement sandwich." It went something like, "Johnny always helps his friends with map skills, but he often … [Continue reading]
