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297. Extracurricular Activities and Inclusion: How to Make it Work For Our Kids with DS


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Picture this: your child with Down syndrome tells you they want to play a sport. You sign them up for the local team, drop them off at practice, and pick them up without any difficulties. Everything goes smoothly… But that’s not always reality is it? Lets break down the complexities of extracurricular activities today:

  • How to ask for accommodations that promote safety, respect, and inclusion

  • Separate programs designed for people with disabilities.. and what to do when they’re not as inclusive as they seem

  • How to manage our own expectations of our children and their activities

Here’s what we’ve learned: the attitude of the people in charge really matters. And if we can find programs with inclusive-minded leaders who understand our kids with DS, then that’s where we need to be. Join us today as we dive into our personal experiences (both positive and negative) with musical theater, gymnastics, and swim. And don’t forget that any program is lucky to have your child!

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