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Down Syndrome Education Series - Archives

At DSA of the Midlands we are dedicated to providing resources that empower families, educators, healthcare professionals, and individuals with Down syndrome. Our Down Syndrome Education Series Archives offer a treasure trove of valuable information to support learning, growth, and inclusion.

Explore Our Archives

Dive into our collection of expert-led educational sessions designed to cover a wide range of topics related to Down syndrome. Whether you are seeking guidance on early intervention, health and wellness, education strategies, or advocacy, our archives have you covered.

Key Features of the Archive:

  • Comprehensive Topics: Sessions cover everything from developmental milestones to transitioning into adulthood.
  • Expert Insights: Learn from top professionals, including therapists, educators, medical experts, and self-advocates.
  • Flexible Formats: Access video recordings, downloadable slides, and transcripts for on-the-go learning.
  • Accessible Content: Materials designed to meet a variety of learning preferences and needs.

Popular Topics:

  • Understanding and Supporting Developmental Milestones
  • Strategies for Inclusive Education
  • Navigating Health and Medical Care
  • Promoting Independence and Self-Advocacy
  • Building Strong Family and Community Connections

Speaker & topics for 2024 include:

Speaker & topics for the 2023 year include:

Speaker & topics for the 2022 year include:

  • January - Behavior Resources & Interventions
  • February - Getting Involved in Legislative Advocacy
  • March - Helping children and adults with Down syndrome cope with grief
  • April - Diet Information for Individuals who have Down syndrome
  • May - MMI Dental Clinic
  • June-August DSA may introduce special engagement speakers/events, T.B.D.
  • September - Down Syndrome 101 and your student who has Down syndrome
  • October - Ashley Barlow
  • December - Intro. to "Special Readers"
  • DSES Lunch & Learn March: Middle School Transitions
  • DSES Lunch & Learn April: Breastfeeding
  • DSES Lunch & Learn May: Puberty
  • DSES Lunch & Learn - Home is Where You Hang Your Hat
  • Lunch & Learn Nov. Enable Updates

Speaker & topics for the 2021 year include:

  • January - Adult Down Syndrome Clinic and Resources
  • February - Dr. Mathur
  • March - Handwriting Without Tears
  • April - Down Syndrome 101 *ONLY IN SPANISH
  • May - Preparing for Employment
  • June - Transitioning to Adulthood
  • July - Tony Green, Director of DHHS
  • August - Project Lifesaver
  • September - Global Medical Care Guidelines for Adults with Down syndrome
  • October - Enable Accounts News
  • November - Physical Therapy for Children who have Down Syndrome
  • December - Angie Willey & Kimberly Yaeger, Potty Training

Series Educativas sobre el Síndrome de Down Programa 2021

Speaker & topics for the 2020 year include:

  • January - Future Planning & Enable
  • February - The Learning Program
  • March - Transitions
  • April - Functional Skills
  • May - Social Skills
  • June - David Stein
  • July - Smart Gen Society
  • August - Smart Gen Society
  • September - Toilet Training
  • October - Puberty and Sexuality
  • December - Feeding & Nutrition

Speaker and topics for the 2019 year include:

  • February - Transitions
  • March - The Benefits of Music Therapy
  • April - Aging and Decline
  • June - Sexuality
  • July - IEP Binders
  • August - Special Olympics
  • September - Behavior Workshop
  • October - IEP Help
  • November - Make/Take Holiday Gifts
  • December - Math Interventions

Speaker and topics for the 2018 year include:

  • January - Dixie Trevarthen, Assistive Technology
  • February - Postponed due to weather
  • March - Whole Word Reading
  • April - Feeding Therapy
  • May - Toilet Training
  • June - Navigating the World of Special Education
  • July - Behavior Management
  • August - Make & Take
  • September - Down Syndrome 101 for Educators
  • September - Student Empowerment Through Effective Paraeducator Support
  • November - Sensory
  • December - Make & Take

Speaker and topics for the 2017 year include:

  • February - Holly Dixon & Tammy Stephens, Improving Fine Motor Skills
  • March - Catherine Whitcher, IEP Goal Writing & Advocacy
  • April - Rhonda Sullivan, Nutritional Information for Individuals with Down Syndrome
  • May - Marilyn Bull, Health Care Information for Families of Children with Down Syndrome
  • June - Jennifer Bekins, Speech Disorders and Children with Down Syndrome
  • July - Terry Katz, Sleepless Children and Exhausted Parents - Understanding Sleep Problems and Exploring Solutions
  • September - Kathie Snow - Disability is Natural
  • October - Managing Problem Behaviors in Students
  • October - Keith Allen, Behavioral Support for Children with Down Syndrome
  • November - The Human Trisome Project
  • December - Sara Weir, President of the National Down Syndrome Society

Speaker and topics for the 2015-2016 year include:

  • Stacy Taylor, Toilet Training and Behavioral Strategies
  • Susan Ellis, Visual Learning
  • Dennis McGuire, Fostering Independence
  • Marilyn Tolbert, Tips for Successful Transitions
  • Gretchen Carroll, IEP Toolkit & Maximizing the Learning Potential for Students with Down Syndrome
  • Dr. Brian Belden & Dr. Cy Nadler, Behavior
  • Jawanda & Rachel Mast, Advocacy and Social Inclusion
  • Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Disability Division
  • Nebraska Medicaid
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