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Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio / Our Stories (Page 8)

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Inclusion, News
October 5, 2016

INCLUSION REALLY IS GOOD TEACHING, NOT SPECIAL TEACHING Original Version Written Winter, 1992  A year ago we were beginning our discussions with school personnel concerning our desire to have our daughter totally included in the same elementary school her brother attends. This is not an exclusive private school, just a public school that happens to be in...

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Acceptance, Inclusion, News
October 4, 2016

The story below was written and submitted by Kenzie's mom, Dona Kenzie is promoting inclusion and acceptance every day. She rides the regular school bus just like every other kid in the neighborhood.  She is in a regular second grade classroom all day, just like other kids. I just got an email from a woman that I do...

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News
October 3, 2016

In honor of Down syndrome Awareness Month - DSACO is sharing stories about Acceptance, Awareness and Inclusion. Sports isn't just about winning and losing, and it's not even just about how you play the game. Sometimes, as in the case of a Dublin middle-schooler, it can serve a much greater inspiration for life. Dublin City Schools shared...

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Awareness, News
September 30, 2016

COLUMBUS - State Senator Joe Uecker (R-Miami Township) today introduced legislation that would create a Down syndrome awareness license plate with proceeds supporting advocacy efforts for individuals living with Down syndrome and their families. Down syndrome occurs in one out of every 792 births. More than 250,000 people nationwide are living with Down syndrome. Advances in research and rehabilitative services...

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News
January 22, 2016

EXCLUSIVE: Dad Who Refused to Give Up Son With Down Syndrome Speaks Out a Year Later By NICOLE PELLETIERE Good Morning America Samuel Forrest says his life turned upside down last year after he was faced with the devastating choice of giving up his wife or his newborn son with Down syndrome. Now, a year later, both Forrest and...

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