321 Days of Acceptance | Week One
We are now a week into 321 Days of Acceptance and we are thrilled to have so many of you taking action to help GiGi's Playhouse to spread the message of acceptance and belief! Let's recap the amazing individuals from week one! We kicked off Day one with the inspiration...
321 Days of Acceptance | Nicole’s Story
321 Days of Acceptance, Day 3 | Generation G We are three days into our Generation G, 321 Days of Acceptance, we are thankful and excited to have so many of you joining us on this journey of acceptance and belief. Keep sharing, keep commenting and keep believing! From time...
Oh what a night! | 2017 Chicagoland Gala
INDIVIDUALS WITH DOWN SYNDROME SHINE WITH THE STARS AT GIGI’S PLAYHOUSE 2017 “I HAVE A VOICE” GALA: 850 BELIEVERS BREAKING RECORDS TO CHANGE THE WORLD AND GROW ACCEPTANCE FOR ALL Joined by Mario Lopez of Extra TV, Rob Johnson of CBS 2 News Chicago, the NFL Retired Players Association...
321 Days of Acceptance | We are Generation G
March 21st is recognized each year as World Down Syndrome Day. The date (3:21) represents the third copy of the 21st chromosome. On this day, communities all over the world celebrate how we are working together to expand awareness and acceptance for people with Down syndrome. We are Generation G....
#tuesdaytips | Speech & Language Tips for School Aged Kids.
Tuesday Tips – Speech and Language Tips for Playhouse Pals Participants Sometimes finding things to do with your school-age kiddo can be tough. There aren't always enough hours in the day to research the best ways to help support their speech and language development. Going online, finding a reliable source, creating...
#tuesdaytips | Transition Meetings
We are happy to have Carly Quinlan, IEP Consultant & Advocate back to share some more IEP tips with us! Transition Meetings Springtime is almost here! March, April, & May tend to be busy IEP months for schools, especially if your child's annual review of the IEP is due...
The GiGi’s Impact | Tony’s Story
We are happy to share a story from our friends at GiGi's Playhouse Cleveland on how one no cost program has supported a young mans growth. The GiGi's Impact | Tony's Story "My brother Tony has Down syndrome and autism, but that is just what people see on the...
#tuesdaytips | Draft Reports, IEP
REQUESTING DRAFT REPORTS PRIOR TO YOUR CHILD'S IEP MEETING It is best practice to keep ongoing communication with your child's teacher(s) and therapists about his or her progress. This is especially important in the weeks leading up to the IEP meeting. This is also a great opportunity to share your...
Thoughtful | GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers
on the sidewalks of new york Valentine’s Day is now past but the warmth of someone caring continues. We remember the sentiment, “How thoughtful!” Thoughtfulness can be spontaneous or the result of deliberate internal debate. It’s a first step in an act of kindness or generosity. And sometimes it occurs...
#tipstuesday | Preparing for an IEP Meeting
TIPS FOR PREPARING FOR YOUR CHILD'S IEP MEETING It is important to always keep an open line of communication with your child's IEP team, especially in the weeks leading up to your meeting. Be sure to touch base with your child's teacher and each therapist to discuss areas of strength,...
Labels | We have some ideas.
This post was originally shared on October 20, 2015 by our friends at GiGi's Playhouse Syracuse but we think labels are a topic worth revisiting. Label – a short word or phrase descriptive of a person, group, intellectual movement, etc. It seems the human race loves labels, unfortunately there are...
