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Our Programs & Services

  • For Individuals & Families
    • All Ages
    • Early Stages
    • School Age
    • Teen and Adult
    • Parent Support
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      • 21 Shades
    • Step Up for Down Syndrome
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  • Conference & Workshop Archive

DSAWM offers several programs and services designed to provide support and information to educational professionals and college students pursuing degrees in general and special education.

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Teacher Information Packet

The Teacher Information Packet is a collection of information for parents, caregivers, and educators of students with Down syndrome in grades K-5. It is intended to assist each classroom teacher in (1) getting to know his or her student with Down syndrome and (2) building a comfortable and effective learning environment for every student.

The material addresses a wide range of subjects—from subject adaptation and student supports to social inclusion. A Getting to Know Me section is included for parents/caregivers and their children to complete together, as is a sample letter to distribute to parents of the other students in your child’s class.

1. Getting to Know Me
2. Educator Manual
3. Intro Letter to Other Parents
4. Accom-modations & Modifications
5. Steps to Social Inclusion
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Weekly Update and DSA Press Newsletters

The Weekly Update is emailed every Thursday and shares information about our programming schedule as well as upcoming community events and opportunities. The DSA Press is our tri-annual newsletter featuring personal stories, informational articles, and news relevant to the West Michigan Down syndrome community. This more substantial newsletter is published electronically and emailed to members and community partners three times each year in the winter (February), summer (August), and fall (November). Join our mailing list to begin receiving these publications.

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Workshops & Conferences

Informational workshops and conferences are periodically held throughout the year to address topics relevant to parents/caregivers of, and professionals who work with, individuals with Down syndrome. Topics previously presented on have included behavior, adaptive and therapeutic devices, and transitioning out of the school system. Visit the DSAWM calendar to find upcoming learning opportunities.

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Address

160 68th St. SW, Ste. 110
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
Located inside the Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center

Phone

616-956-3488

Hours

Monday – Thursday | 9:00am – 5:00pm

DSAWM is a proud member of the Global Down Syndrome Foundation, an organization dedicated to significantly improving the lives of people with Down syndrome through Research, Medical Care, Education, and Advocacy.
DSAWM is a proud member of the Global Down Syndrome Foundation, an organization dedicated to significantly improving the lives of people with Down syndrome through Research, Medical Care, Education, and Advocacy.
DSAWM is a member of Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action, an association of local, state, and regional Down syndrome organizations who share experiences, exchange program materials, and find ways to learn from each other.
DSAWM is a member of Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action, an association of local, state, and regional Down syndrome organizations who share experiences, exchange program materials, and find ways to learn from each other.

Programs & Services

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  • Step Up for Down Syndrome
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  • Conferences & Workshops

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