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By Katherine March 1, 2021
Just getting your loved one outside for a small amount of time several times a week can increase their physical activity and help their mental health! If you’re stuck inside, this could look like online family fitness classes like the recent series launched by NEO Kids, PopSugar Fitness’ family sweat sessions, or UNICEF Kid Power… The post Healthy Tip appeared first on Down Syndrome Alabama.

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By stephanie May 21, 2025
YOUR generosity matters! One May 7, 2025, Down Syndrome Alabama Awarded 21 grants, for 11 different agencies, across 6 Alabama Counties, totaling $5,000. When you give to DSA, you are helping us fund grants for our families and scholarships for our students. Our next grant cycle will open October 1! Thank you for all you… The post Thank You! appeared first on Down Syndrome Alabama.
Gardendale Civitan Club
By stephanie May 21, 2025
This scholarship is presented by the Gardendale Civitan, and it is open to individuals who have a Down syndrome diagnosis, with permanent residence in one of the surrounding counties of the Birmingham Metropolitan Area and will be attending a post-secondary educational program at an institution of higher learning or trade school. Like the Civitan Members,… The post Down Syndrome Alabama Scholarship sponsored by The Gardendale Civitan Club appeared first on Down Syndrome Alabama.
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By stephanie May 21, 2025
EDGE UP for DOWN SYNDROME is DSA’s brand new program focused on reading and education for our students with Down syndrome. We piloted this program with a two-day Holiday Reading Camp in December, and now we are reading to launch two deifferent, three-day camps this summer! The space for attendees is limited so make sure… The post Edge Up for Down Syndrome appeared first on Down Syndrome Alabama.
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By stephanie January 31, 2025
Check out the news from NDSC including a press release from January 23, 2025 This new guidance makes it very clear that VR funds may be used to support students with disabilities in CTPs. The guidance also provides information about the conditions under which IDEA funds may be used, such as in dual enrollment programs.… The post National Down Syndrome Congress commends new U.S. Department of Education Transition Guidance appeared first on Down Syndrome Alabama.