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WHAT IS DOWN SYNDROME PARTNERS IN EDUCATION?

 Down Syndrome Partners in Education is a partnership between the Down Syndrome Foundation of Florida and the surrounding eight counties. Each county is represented by a group of individuals who act as the 'Down Syndrome Specialist' for their county. We collaborate quarterly to provide resources and tools to promote success in the school environment.   Some of the ways we help teachers and school personnel include: 


  • provide training and workshops so teachers feel supported
  • present peer presentations on Down syndrome
  • present school-wide workshops on Down syndrome
  • provide tutoring services
  • circulate resources


The current partners include: Brevard, Catholic Diocese, FDLRS, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole, Sumter, Toni Jennings Exceptional Education Institute at UCF, Volusia, and UCP  

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All About Me - Booklet

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Why inclusion?

Just Like Me

28 Ways Peers Can Support Students With Unique Abilities.

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A Chance To Shine Shine - Downloadable Activities

28 Ways Peers Can Support Students With Unique Abilities.

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28 Ways Peers Can Support Students With Unique Abilities.

28 Ways Peers Can Support Students With Unique Abilities.

28 Ways Peers Can Support Students With Unique Abilities.

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RESOURCES TO SUPPORT ALL LEARNERS

Friendships & Social Relationships

Friendships & Social Relationships.

 

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Enhancing Literacy Instruction for

Students With Unique Abilities

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Research -  University of Florida

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Research - Down Syndrome Foundation of Orange County 

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 Explicit Teaching Model 

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SPECIAL PEOPLE SPECIAL WAYS

    NEWSLETTERS

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    our partners

    Christine Parsons

    Christine Parsons

    Christine Parsons

     Toni Jennings Exceptional Education Institute 

    Jennifer Crabb

    Christine Parsons

    Christine Parsons

     Brevard County 

    Jackie Flannagan

    Christine Parsons

    Jackie Flannagan

     Diocese of Orlando 

    Sam Davis

    Ian Gesundheit

    Jackie Flannagan

     FDLRS 

    Cheryl Bishop

    Ian Gesundheit

    Ian Gesundheit

     Lake County 

    Ian Gesundheit

    Ian Gesundheit

    Ian Gesundheit

     Orange County 

    Hilary Deluca

    Dr. Tanya Shores

    Dr. Tanya Shores

     Osceola County 

    Dr. Tanya Shores

    Dr. Tanya Shores

    Dr. Tanya Shores

     Seminole County 

    Katherine Dustin

    Dr. Tanya Shores

    Katherine Dustin

     Sumter County 

    Lori Phillips

    Lori Phillips

    Katherine Dustin

      Volusia  County 

    Ilene Wilkins

    Lori Phillips

    Ilene Wilkins

     UCP 

    meet our Education and Support Specialist

     Hi, my name is Lauren Frosch! I have spent my career in the Education field in various capacities.  It is my passion to see barriers being broken and people with Down syndrome getting opportunities in which they deserve. This newsletter is to bring awareness to Down syndrome and promote a partnership within schools, families, and communities.   


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    Latest news and updates!

    Melissa Horning

     Pershing K-8 

     Orange County

    3  Adjectives to describe your nominee: 

    •  Respectful
    • Dependable
    •  Passionate 

    Ethan Mankoff

    Ethan Mankoff

    Ethan Mankoff

    Horizon High School

    Orange County

    3  Adjectives to describe the nominee:

    •  Inclusive
    • Enthusiastic
    • Positive role model 

    Rachelle Kmetz

    Ethan Mankoff

    Ethan Mankoff

    Kaley ESE Center

    Orange County

    3  Adjectives to describe your nominee : 

    • Detailed
    • Explicit
    • Loyal

    Suzanne Tozer

    Ethan Mankoff

    Jessica Lindsey

    Lake Silver Elementary

    Orange County

    3  Adjectives to describe your nominee: 

    • Patient
    • Kind
    • Honest 

    Jessica Lindsey

    Jessica Lindsey

    Jessica Lindsey

     Ivy Hawn Charter School 

     Volusia County

    3  Adjectives to describe your nominee: 

    • Caring,
    • Supportive
    • Patient 

    Nichole Little

    Jessica Lindsey

    Nichole Little

     Wilson Elementary 

     Orange County

    3  Adjectives to describe your nominee: 

    •  Kind
    • Encouraging
    • Attentive 

    Dennis Thomas

    Jessica Lindsey

    Nichole Little

     Horizons High School 

     Orange County

    3  Adjectives to describe your nominee: 

    • Supportive
    • Inclusive
    • Encouraging

    Diana Pozo

    Jennifer Maloney

    Jennifer Maloney

     Esther’s School 

     Osceola County

    3  Adjectives to describe your nominee: 

    • Passionate
    • Inclusive
    • Inspiring 

    Jennifer Maloney

    Jennifer Maloney

    Jennifer Maloney

     Clermont Elementary 

     Lake County

    3  Adjectives to describe your nominee: 

    •  Friendly
    •  Inclusive
    • Awesome 

    Matha Meran

    Jennifer Maloney

    Matha Meran

     UCP West Orange Campus 

    Orange County

    3  Adjectives to describe your nominee: 

    • Energetic
    • Empathetic
    • Communicative

    Alan Ellis

    Alan Ellis

    Matha Meran

     Lake Como 

    Orange County

    3  Adjectives to describe your nominee: 

    • Patient
    • Caring
    • Diligent 

    Shannon Fitzgerald

    Shannon Fitzgerald

    Shannon Fitzgerald

     Access Charter School 

    Orange County

    3 Adjectives to describe the nominee: 

    • Patient
    • Compassionate
    • Strong Leadership 

    Amy Hodges

    Shannon Fitzgerald

    Shannon Fitzgerald

     Access Charter School 

    Orange County

    3 Adjectives to describe the nominee: 

    • Thoughtful
    • Creative Problem-Solver
    • Compassionate 

    We would like to thank our judges for their time and commitment to our community:

    • Cheryl Bishop (Lake County DSPIE)
    • Christine Parsons (Toni Jennings DSPIE)
    • Nichole Comeaux (Orange County DSPIE) 
    • Debbie Gelinas (Parent)
    • Julie Hagan (Parent)
    • Julie Messina (Parent)

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