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This Man With Down Syndrome Totally Transformed Himself To Compete In A Bodybuilding Contest
“Bodybuilding is in my blood.” Source: This Man With Down Syndrome Totally Transformed Himself To Compete In A Bodybuilding Contest
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Accessibility Urged On Road To Self-Driving Cars – Disability Scoop
A federal agency is calling on automakers and lawmakers alike to consider the needs of people with disabilities as self-driving cars inch closer to reality. Source: Accessibility Urged On Road To Self-Driving Cars – Disability Scoop
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Nashville jury awards man in altered pics $150K
A Nashville man with Down syndrome was awarded $150,000 by a federal jury on Wednesday. Source: Nashville jury awards man in altered pics $150K
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IEP Roadmap | How to Seek Out Special Education Services for Your Child – Understood
Getting an IEP may seem complicated. But the process boils down to a few key questions. Use this flowchart to find out how to get your child special education services. Source: IEP Roadmap | How to Seek Out Special Education … Continue reading
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People With Down Syndrome Write Life-Changing Letters to New Parents | The Mighty
“Your baby will have a wonderful life like mine. Please don’t be scared.” Source: People With Down Syndrome Write Life-Changing Letters to New Parents | The Mighty
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‘Sesame Street’ introduces first character with autism: Meet Julia – TODAY.com
Julia is the latest creation from the Sesame Workshop, and she offers children a relatable character they can really understand. What a great way to promote the goal “to bring forth what all children share in common, not their differences.” … Continue reading
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Special student takes CCU homecoming king crown | The Sun News
George “Chip” Mullen was a happy young man Saturday. He saw his beloved Coastal Carolina University football team shutout Alabama A&M with a score of 55-0 while proudly wearing the crown of 2015 homecoming king. Source: Special student takes CCU … Continue reading
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Gail Williamson: Changing Hollywood’s Perception of Disability | The Hub Southern California
Williamson has launched and nurtured the careers of countless talented actors with disabilities. Source: Gail Williamson: Changing Hollywood’s Perception of Disability | The Hub Southern California
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Udio | Center for Emerging Technology and Students with Disabilities
Source: Udio | Center for Emerging Technology and Students with Disabilities NDSC is providing input on the development of this networked UDL reading environment, regarding usability for students with intellectual disabilities. In addition to working on reading skills, it will … Continue reading
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Laws Mandate Education For Would-Be Parents About Down Syndrome – Disability Scoop
Nearly a dozen states require that parents receiving a prenatal Down syndrome diagnosis be provided with information about the disorder, but the impact of such laws can be hard to qualify. Source: Laws Mandate Education For Would-Be Parents About Down … Continue reading
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