Today started with a group of moms and a self-advocate meeting with the Office of Special Education. They discussed the importance of high quality post secondary education and inclusive education. It ended with Federal Advocacy Training for those speaking with Congress tomorrow. There are attendees from everywhere. Here is our Emily with John and … Continue reading NDSS Buddy Walk on Washington: Day 1
Mr. Mondschein goes to Washington
Our kiddo Paul is heading to Washington, DC next week to participate in the National Down Syndrome Society’s Buddy Walk® on Washington. The buddy walk is an annual two-day advocacy conference that brings the Down syndrome community together to advocate for legislative priorities that impact the lives of people with Down syndrome and their families. … Continue reading Mr. Mondschein goes to Washington
Ice Cream, You Scream, We all Scream for Ice Cream!
In celebration of World Down Syndrome Day, our Parent Connection families gathered for an ice cream social. Great times were had, great desserts were eaten, and the kids got a sugar rush like no other. We have the photographic evidence to prove it! Check it out here.
The Next Connection is Tomorrow!
Tomorrow is the big day: our next Parent Connection Support Group will meet at Sweet Charlotte’s in Clarence, NY from 3 – 6 PM. Please join us; we miss those kiddos!! 🙂 ❤
Tattoos are like Stories
Several of our parents recently celebrated the glorious lives of their children with tattoos. We can’t help but smile at the love… ❤
My Hero Brother
21_Connect is proud to sponsor two screenings of My Hero Brother at the 33rd Annual Buffalo International Jewish Film Festival. Join us on March 12th and 14th at the Amherst Dipson Theater as we watch a group of remarkable young people with Down syndrome embark on a demanding trek through the India Himalayas, accompanied by their typical … Continue reading My Hero Brother
