EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS

The DSAGSL hosts and recommends educational workshops throughout the year. These workshops cover a variety of issues and concerns, ranging from early health intervention to information for transitioning to post-education adult life.

See below for upcoming seminars and workshops:

Lydia Cox Memorial Bike Camp

The mission of the Lydia Cox Memorial Bike Camp is to teach individuals with disabilities to ride a conventional two-wheel bicycle and become lifelong independent riders. This achievement, in turn, creates a gateway of opportunity – helping them gain assurance and self-reliance in many other aspects of their lives.

Individuals eight years of age or older can participate in the camp. This year’s camp will be June 3-7 at South Technical High School in St. Louis.Please note, we are no longer accepting applications for new riders. But we could use more volunteers! For more information and to download volunteer registration forms, please click on the links below.

Lydia Cox Memorial Bike Camp – FAQ
Volunteer Registration

Down Syndrome Specialist Program

Do you need a Down Syndrome Education Specialist for your school?

A Down Syndrome Education Specialist (DSES) is an educator trained to help facilitate the education of students with Down syndrome in your school district. The DSAGSL will begin accepting applications for the 2013-2014 Down Syndrome Education Specialist program on February 4, 2013.  Applications will be accepted through June 10, 2013 for the 2013-2014 school year. 

Click here to view our informational PDF about the DSES Program.

Click here to download and complete an application to be part of the 2013-2014 program

Teacher packet

Our informational teacher packet, Supporting the student with Down syndrome in your classroom, is a helpful tool to distribute to your child’s teacher. It offers strategies, tips and methods to best educate and understand students with Down syndrome.

Click here to download our teacher packet.

Community Education

Our trained speakers and self-advocates are ready and willing to come present current information on Down syndrome and Ability Awareness. Contact the DSAGSL at info@dsagsl.org  to schedule a speaker for your school or organization.

Our Toastmasters group is a great way to become part of our team of speakers! Toastmasters meets once a month at the DSAGSL office and is open to individuals of all abilities. To learn more, contact our office at 314.961.2504.