Category Archives: Advocacy

To My Daughter With Down Syndrome On Her First Day of Kindergarten | Deanna Smith

I know you can do this. It might take a while for you to figure out the new classroom and the new expectations of kindergarten, but you’ve got this. Source: To My Daughter With Down Syndrome On Her First Day … Continue reading

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DSA-GC’s 2015 Symposium: Special Education Law by Matt Cohen

Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte Inc – 2015 Symposium: Special Education Law by Matt Cohen.

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New Rule Ends ‘Modified’ Tests For Students With Disabilities – Disability Scoop

New Rule Ends ‘Modified’ Tests For Students With Disabilities – Disability Scoop.

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Governor McCrory Signs Achieving a Better Life Experience Act | State of North Carolina: Governor Pat McCrory

Governor McCrory Signs Achieving a Better Life Experience Act | State of North Carolina: Governor Pat McCrory.

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Reserve Officer with Down Syndrome Sworn in, Hits Streets of Mpls. | KSTP TV – Minneapolis and St. Paul

Reserve Officer with Down Syndrome Sworn in, Hits Streets of Mpls. | KSTP TV – Minneapolis and St. Paul.

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Thousands Mark The Close Of The Special Olympics – Disability Scoop

Thousands Mark The Close Of The Special Olympics – Disability Scoop.

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Nike Unveils Shoes For People With Special Needs – Disability Scoop

Nike Unveils Shoes For People With Special Needs – Disability Scoop.

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Global’s Down Syndrome-Alzheimer’s Initiative Receives $500K

Global’s Down Syndrome-Alzheimer’s Initiative Receives $500K.

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State To Require Cameras In Special Ed Classrooms – Disability Scoop

State To Require Cameras In Special Ed Classrooms – Disability Scoop.

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IRS Proposes Rules For New ABLE Accounts – Disability Scoop

IRS Proposes Rules For New ABLE Accounts – Disability Scoop.

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