Mondays in December Dance with DSC and SUPA! *Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
Ages teen and up - Straight Up Abilities (SUPA) and Down Syndrome Connections have teamed up with the City of Las Vegas for a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
SUPA’s experienced dance staff uses movement and music for exercise and fun, with performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chit chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
DECEMBER CLASSES Dec 15 and 22. No class Dec 29 due to DSC Anniversary Party.
A Little Extra PT with Kat Ages 0-6 plus Siblings
Get in some extra PT and hang out with the lucky few!
Mondays in December Dance with DSC and SUPA! *Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
Ages teen and up - Straight Up Abilities (SUPA) and Down Syndrome Connections have teamed up with the City of Las Vegas for a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
SUPA’s experienced dance staff uses movement and music for exercise and fun, with performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chit chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
DECEMBER CLASSES Dec 8, 15 and 22. No class Dec 29 due to DSC Anniversary Party.
A Little Extra PT with Kat Ages 0-6 plus Siblings
Get in some extra PT and hang out with the lucky few!
A Little Extra PT with Kat Ages 0-6 plus Siblings
Get in some extra PT and hang out with the lucky few!
DSC Night at the Magical Forest
THURSDAY DECEMBER 11
Join us in supporting Opportunity Village and the great work they do for individuals with Down syndrome! Enjoy a couple hours with our #theluckyfew families, enjoying rides and the beautiful lights and sights of the Magical Forest.
Down Syndrome Connections is offering free admission, up to three tickets per family, to the Magical Forest on Thursday, Dec. 11 at 5:00 pm.
Each family can have up to three tickets for people ages 4 and up (children under 3 are free) - one of the tickets must be for an individual with Down syndrome. We will meet at 5:15 pm in the parking lot between Opportunity Village and the CSN campus to take a group photo. Food and drink and gift purchases are optional, and not included in your ticket.
Have more than 3 people? Groupon has tickets for just $19.35.
A limited number of free tickets are available! Register using the button below.
Happy holidays from the DSCNV Board of Directors and Advisory Board!
Mondays in December Dance with DSC and SUPA! *Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
Ages teen and up - Straight Up Abilities (SUPA) and Down Syndrome Connections have teamed up with the City of Las Vegas for a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
SUPA’s experienced dance staff uses movement and music for exercise and fun, with performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chit chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
DECEMBER CLASSES Dec 8, 15 and 22. No class Dec 29 due to DSC Anniversary Party.
Mondays in December Dance with DSC and SUPA! *Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
Ages teen and up - Straight Up Abilities (SUPA) and Down Syndrome Connections have teamed up with the City of Las Vegas for a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
SUPA’s experienced dance staff uses movement and music for exercise and fun, with performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chit chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
DECEMBER CLASSES Dec 1, 8, 15 and 22. No class Dec 29 due to DSC Anniversary Party.
DSC Bright Beginnings Virtual Workshops Series for Ages 0- 5: Six Tips to Turn “No” Into “Yes”
Join Down Syndrome Connections in collaboration with NV Pep for the last in a series of webinars for our younger families.
Part 3 of DSC Bright Beginnings Virtual Workshops Series for Ages 0- 5:
Six Tips to Turn “No” Into “Yes”
Parents, your voice matters! Are you tired of being told “No” when trying to get help for your child? You are the expert on your child, and you understand your child’s needs and strengths best. We will discuss the parents’ role in communication, advocacy, and effective partnership with the professionals that support their children. Learn how to get the needed supports and services with these six amazing strategies!
A Little Extra PT with Kat Ages 0-6 plus Siblings
Get in some extra PT and hang out with the lucky few!
DSC Bright Beginnings Virtual Workshops Series for Ages 0- 5: Positive Behavioral Supports for Families
Join Down Syndrome Connections in collaboration with NV Pep for the second in a series of webinars for our younger families.
Part 2 of DSC Bright Beginnings Virtual Workshops Series for Ages 0- 5:
Positive Behavioral Supports for Families.
Do you need new ideas to support your child’s behavior? This webinar will help parents understand how their child's behavior is often their way to communicate. Learn evidence-based practices to teach your child positive behavior skills that can lead to improvements in social and emotional skills, self-regulation, and a decrease in challenging behavior.
Hoop Camp Oct 25-26 (two different days, two different locations)
You can click on the button below
Community partner Hoop Camp is coming back October 25-26 at two different venues. To register got to the linnk below to sign up with Hoop Camp directly! This is not a DSC event, but it should be lots of fun!
LuckyFew Night Out at Lazy Dog
When you dine in OR dine out at the Downtown Summerlin location on October 24, 15% of your check will go to Down Syndrome Connections to support our programs. See the flyer below for instructions for this all day event!
Don’t forget to mention the code to your server!
DSC Bright Beginnings Virtual Workshops Series for Ages 0- 5: Making the Most Out of EIS and the Transition into Early Childhood Programs
Join Down Syndrome Connections in collaboration with NV Pep for a series of webinars for our younger families.
Part 1 of DSC Bright Beginnings Virtual Workshops Series for Ages 0- 5:
Making the Most Out of Your Child's Early Intervention Services and the Transition into Early Childhood Programs
Are you concerned about your child meeting their developmental milestones? This workshop is for parents of young children ages 0-5. We will discuss what parents can do if they have concerns about their child’s development and how parents can collaborate with professionals to help their child grow, learn, and succeed.
A Little Extra PT with Kat Ages 0-6 plus Siblings
Get in some extra PT and hang out with the lucky few!
DS•Connect25 The 4th Annual Las Vegas Down Syndrome Conference “Meeting the Future”
Teens/adults with Down syndrome and their families registering at the 2024 event.
Our 4th Annual Las Vegas Down Syndrome Conference will focus on Meeting the Future, preparing to meet any challenges and help our individuals with Down syndrome and their families. This conference is for parents/caregivers, adult siblings, teens and adults with Down syndrome and also for all professionals who serve people with DS of any age.
Leave with a sense of HOPE, RENEWED PURPOSE, and new tools to use to better the lives of individuals with Down syndrome!
Teen/Adult Programming features dance, arts, cooking, advocacy, friendship and FUN!
General Programming will focus on preparing to meet tomorrow’s challenges, whether your child with Down syndrome is 2 or 32.
Nationally known speakers Hampus Hilerstrom from LuMind, Lina Patel, Cure 4 the Kids docs Mark Nunes, David Stewart and Waseem Alhushki as presenters. Special guest Jennie Dopp from Caring Tide will present 9 steps for future planning tentatively titled, “Their Tomorrow Starts With Our Choices Today”.
Other local presenters round out the informative sessions, and we’re planning for some very special FURRY guests who will be available for pets during breaks :)
Free Mask Making Class at Centennial Hills Library
Fun free class - make a mask to bring home.
Class is led by Nyetta Abernathy, certified art therapist with Creative Learning Therapies.
Please rsvp
MiLB Championship Baseball Game at the Las Vegas Ballpark
DSCNV FAMILY FUN NIGHT
AT THE LAS VEGAS BALLPARK
Sat., 9/27 tickets and tailgating available at 5 pm, 7 pm game starts
MiLB National Championship Game with Down Syndrome Connections courtesy of the Las Vegas Aviators at Las Vegas Ballpark
FREE - Must RSVP using FORM LINK BELOW
A Little Extra PT with Kat Ages 0-6 plus Siblings
Get in some extra PT and hang out with the lucky few!
OV Family Advocacy Conference
Opportunity Village is sponsoring their second Family Advocacy Conference on September 5th.
Open to all parents, family members, guardians, friends and supporters of loved ones with disabilities. Tickets are $25, scholarships may be available through OV.
For more information call 702-262-15114. Click on the button below to go to the event page.
A Little Extra PT with Kat Ages 0-6 plus Siblings
Get in some extra PT and hang out with the lucky few!
Monday Dance Class - Exploring DANCE with DSCNV and Straight Up Abilities - Mondays 5-6 pm (starting Aug 4)
Get your dance on with Straight Up Abilities fabulous dance teacher Terri. She is well qualified and experienced at teaching students with special needs. Teri enjoys getting everyone to try different styles of DANCE!
For ages 8 & up; people of all abilities are welcome. City of Las Vegas requires first time attendees to register using the form in the link below. See you there!
Total cost for six months is $10 payable through the City of Las Vegas - BONUS! The Adaptive Wellness Pass also provides access to the Tuesday Inclusive Pickleball Play at Dula Gym from 6:00 to 7:30 pm.
EVERY MONDAY FROM 5-6 pm starting Mon August 4.
Exploring DANCE with DSCLV and Straight Up Abilities 4th Monday in JULY
Get your dance on with Straight Up Abilities fabulous dance teacher Terri. She is well qualified and experienced at teaching students with special needs. Teri enjoys getting everyone to try different styles of DANCE!
For ages 8 & up; people of all abilities are welcome. City of Las Vegas requires first time attendees to register using the form in the link below. See you there!
Total cost for six months is $10 payable through the City of Las Vegas - BONUS! The Adaptive Wellness Pass also provides access to the Tuesday Inclusive Pickleball Play at Dula Gym from 6:00 to 7:30 pm.
NEXT CLASS AUGUST 4 from 6-7 pm.
Exploring DANCE with DSCLV and Straight Up Abilities 2nd Monday in JULY
Get your dance on with Straight Up Abilities fabulous dance teacher Terri. She is well qualified and experienced at teaching students with special needs. Teri enjoys getting everyone to try different styles of DANCE!
For ages 8 & up; people of all abilities are welcome. City of Las Vegas requires first time attendees to register using the form in the link below. See you there!
Total cost for six months is $10 payable through the City of Las Vegas - BONUS! The Adaptive Wellness Pass also provides access to the Tuesday Inclusive Pickleball Play at Dula Gym from 6:00 to 7:30 pm.
NEXT CLASS JULY 28 from 6-7 pm.