The Down Syndrome Education Series (DSES) is a monthly educational seminar for families of children with Down syndrome, designed to connect parents with information that will positively impact the education and well-being of their child.

*Exclusive Engagement* March DSES: Handwriting Without Tears, with Cathy Van Haute."
March 2nd, 2021, online.
About the topic: The Handwriting Without Tears® curriculum draws from years of innovation and research to provide developmentally appropriate, multisensory strategies for early writing. The program follows research of how children learn best and includes materials that address all styles of learning. In the online presentation, DSA families will see the foundation for writing, such as how to form letters, in action. The readiness and writing foundation learned here for pre-k to early-elementary students is taught and reinforced to aid in transitions to other grade levels. This presentation is appropriate for DSA families and educators. DSA families only will be granted exclusive access to take-home materials (pick-up process t.b.a.) and a Q&A segment following the presentation. DSA is excited to offer this highly valued presentation to families and educators at no cost. RSVP to receive online instructions.

About the Speaker: Cathy Van Haute, MS, OTR/L

Cathy Van Haute has been a national presenter for Learning Without Tears since 2003. She
obtained a Bachelors of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Kansas, and a
Masters degree in Child Development from the University of Nebraska. She is also Level One
Certified Handwriting Specialist and Neurodevelopmental Treatment Certified. Cathy has been a
pediatric occupational therapist for over 35 years. She operates her own therapy business, which
provides therapy strategies in both school and home based settings. Through her energy and
engagement, she makes Learning Without Tears® an amazing educational experience. Her
passion for helping children fuels her dedication to providing top notch training for all attendees.