Elizabeth Bush, Daniel island News, 3rd September 2014
Studying, enjoying intramural sports, and socializing with friends are just a few of the activities Daniel Island resident Gabby Meyer is looking forward to as she starts her freshman year at The College of Charleston.
“And tailgating!” the Bishop England High School graduate added enthusiastically before heading off to move into her new dorm at COC a few weeks ago. “…I love staying busy!” ...
Local son works years for his Eagle Scout Badge - soaring above his special needs
It’s been his mantra since he began saving up for college. The 22-year-old, who has Down syndrome, decided he wanted to further his education after hearing his cousin talk about life after high school. Banar originally planned to run a lemonade stand, but his mom, Karen Pickle, had another idea after noticing a rock n’ roll-themed doodle her son had drawn ...
WA NDIS My Way personal story: Mr and Mrs Junor (5 m 27s)
WA Disability, Published on Aug 4, 2014
For the WA NDIS My Way trial in the Lower South West (and Cockburn and Kwinana from July 2015), we’ve produced four videos to share the stories of people benefiting from individualised My Way planning. This video features married couple Mark and Melissa, who have the support they need to manage their own household and enjoy life in their community.
Studying, enjoying intramural sports, and socializing with friends are just a few of the activities Daniel Island resident Gabby Meyer is looking forward to as she starts her freshman year at The College of Charleston.
“And tailgating!” the Bishop England High School graduate added enthusiastically before heading off to move into her new dorm at COC a few weeks ago. “…I love staying busy!” ...
- See the post above for information about an Open Day for the Inclusive Education Program at the University of Sydney, in October.
Local son works years for his Eagle Scout Badge - soaring above his special needs
Jersey Tomato Press, 30th August 2014
It took some time, but local boy Scout and Nutley son Sergio Ciccolella never gave up, and worked years to achieve his dream: to be awarded the highest honor in the Boy Scouts, the Eagle Scout badge and honor ...
Special Olympians
Elouise Hawkey, Young Witness, 27th August 2014
Living with Down syndrome can have its challenges, but it hasn't held back two talented sportspeople from reaching an elite level of competition. Former Bellhaven Special School students Catharine Keir and Joe Maloney will head to Melbourne in October to take part in the 2014 Special Olympics National Games.
Elouise Hawkey, Young Witness, 27th August 2014
Living with Down syndrome can have its challenges, but it hasn't held back two talented sportspeople from reaching an elite level of competition. Former Bellhaven Special School students Catharine Keir and Joe Maloney will head to Melbourne in October to take part in the 2014 Special Olympics National Games.
- Catharine with an 'A' was written by Catharine's mother, Edna Keir - copies are available for loan to members from the Down Syndrome NSW library.
The Mighty, August 2014
Andrew Banar has four words to say to you: Be strong, rock on.It’s been his mantra since he began saving up for college. The 22-year-old, who has Down syndrome, decided he wanted to further his education after hearing his cousin talk about life after high school. Banar originally planned to run a lemonade stand, but his mom, Karen Pickle, had another idea after noticing a rock n’ roll-themed doodle her son had drawn ...
WA NDIS My Way personal story: Mr and Mrs Junor (5 m 27s)
WA Disability, Published on Aug 4, 2014
For the WA NDIS My Way trial in the Lower South West (and Cockburn and Kwinana from July 2015), we’ve produced four videos to share the stories of people benefiting from individualised My Way planning. This video features married couple Mark and Melissa, who have the support they need to manage their own household and enjoy life in their community.
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