Hallettsville High School Library
200 North Ridge Street
Guest speaker Brenda Nelson, Regional Coordinator for Partners Resource Network - TEAM Project, will present Top 10 Basics of Special Education. This presentation will provide parents and caregivers with an easy to follow roadmap of the special education process. She will also share her favorite tips and resources. Brenda is the parent of a child with a disability. She is passionate about helping other parents sharing the journey.
ALL parents of children receiving special education services are encouraged to attend.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
World Down Syndrome Day
from the NDSS website
World Down Syndrome Day was established in 2006 by Down Syndrome International, with the goal of raising awareness and mobilizing support and recognition of the dignity, rights and well-being of people with Down syndrome across the world. March 21, the 21st day of the third month of the year, was chosen to symbolize the third copy of chromosome 21 present in Trisomy 21, the most common form of Down syndrome. This year, World Down Syndrome Day is especially significant as it is the first time that the day will be officially observed by the United Nations.
The Down Syndrome Foundation of South Texas invites you to Do Something Extra by taking a few minutes out of your day to learn something about Down syndrome that you did not know before. In the future, we hope to prepare something special on this day to celebrate the individuals with Down syndrome that are so special to us!
Friday, March 16, 2012
Member Meeting 4/16
We will have a member meeting on Monday, April 16th at 6:30 pm at the Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce building. Please join us to discuss future events the organization wants to sponsor.
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Comments...please
Our board will be meeting next week to evaluate what worked and didn't work at our first Buddy Walk®. We would appreciate any feedback that would help us make next year's event even more successful! You may comment to this post or send your comments to our email: dsfstx@yahoo.com
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Thank You for Your Support
With an estimated 400 people in attendance, our organization is more than proud of the support we gained from our first Buddy Walk®. We had beautiful weather and it was an amazing day. We are still working on gathering the proceeds from the event, but it was definitely a success. Thank You to all who attended and supported our organization!
(Coming soon: pictures from the event!)
(Coming soon: pictures from the event!)
Friday, February 24, 2012
What to bring to Buddy Walk®
Unfortunately, we found out today that there was some confusion and Texas Thunder 99.9 will not be broadcasting at our Buddy Walk®. However, as mentioned in previous posts, we will have other entertainment, foods, and information available.
So...what do you need to bring?
So...what do you need to bring?
- $5 per child for Unlimited Inflatable Fun
- Lawn Chairs
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
About Buddy Walk®
from the NDSS Buddy Walk® website
The Buddy Walk® was established in 1995 by the National Down Syndrome Society to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October and to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. Today, the Buddy Walk program is supported nationally by NDSS and organized at the local level by parent support groups, schools and other organizations and individuals.
Over the past sixteen years, the Buddy Walk program has grown from 17 walks to nearly 300 were expected in 2011 across the country and around the world. In 2010, 285,000 people participated in a Buddy Walk! They raised more than $11.2 million to benefit local programs and services as well as the national advocacy initiatives that benefit all individuals with Down syndrome.
The Buddy Walk is a one-mile walk in which anyone can participate without special training. It is an inspirational and educational event that celebrates the many abilities and accomplishments of people with Down syndrome. Whether you have Down syndrome, know someone who does, or just want to show your support, come and join a Buddy Walk in your local community!
The Buddy Walk® was established in 1995 by the National Down Syndrome Society to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October and to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. Today, the Buddy Walk program is supported nationally by NDSS and organized at the local level by parent support groups, schools and other organizations and individuals.
Over the past sixteen years, the Buddy Walk program has grown from 17 walks to nearly 300 were expected in 2011 across the country and around the world. In 2010, 285,000 people participated in a Buddy Walk! They raised more than $11.2 million to benefit local programs and services as well as the national advocacy initiatives that benefit all individuals with Down syndrome.
The Buddy Walk is a one-mile walk in which anyone can participate without special training. It is an inspirational and educational event that celebrates the many abilities and accomplishments of people with Down syndrome. Whether you have Down syndrome, know someone who does, or just want to show your support, come and join a Buddy Walk in your local community!
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