The
FOUNDATION
is continuing our virtual community gatherings until further notice. Below you'll find several opportunities for you and your loved ones to learn, grow, play, laugh, dance, and bond!
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We recognize that there may be other things you need to get through this time. If there is anything else we can do to support you, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here for you.
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July
- July 5 - Movie Night: Hamilton
- July 7 - Amigas de la Fundación- Spanish Virtual Mom's Night In (9:00pm)
- July 9 - Orientation
- July 16- Parent Informational Meeting
- July 19-24 - iCan! Bike Camp
- Mondays - Lunch and Learns (1:45pm)
- Mondays - Virtual Mom's Night In (9:00pm)
- Tuesdays - Virtual Zumba with Elyse (4:00pm - 5:00pm)
- Wednesdays - Virtual Club 321 (4:00pm-5:00pm)
- Thursdays - Virtual Playdates (10:15am-11:00am)
- Thursdays - Virtual T21 Social Network (18+) (4:00pm-5:00pm)
- Fridays - F^3: Fantastic Foundation Friends (3:00pm) and (4:00pm)
November
- November 6-9 - SAVE THE DATE - Camping Jamboree
Don't want to miss out on our events?
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LOSE THE TRAINING WHEELS…
AND SEE WHERE THEY GO!
9th Annual iCan! Bike Camp
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We can't wait to share the success stories of this year's iCan! Bike Camp!
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Where
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Orange County Convention Center
9400 Universal Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32719
When
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Sunday, July 19 - Friday, July 24, 2020
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The mission of iCan! Bike Camp is to provide learning opportunities in recreational activities for people with unique abilities. Each person’s abilities are embraced and nurtured to foster an environment where everyone can shine!
BENEFITS FOR RIDERS
- Increase in self-esteem so that confidence spills over into many other aspects of their lives.
- Positive changes in family dynamics (family-based recreational opportunities).
- Inclusion opportunities.
- Independent transportation.
- Improves physical fitness, mental health and overall quality of life.
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Check out our 2019 iCan! Bike recap!
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Medical Volunteers Needed for iCan! Bike Camp
We are looking for some volunteer nurses, EMTs, paramedics, or athletic trainers that can help out during the week. If you can help us please take a look at this form below and fill out your availability.
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We are looking for volunteer photographers/videographers to help capture our iCan! Bike Camp.
When: July 19- July 24
Where: Orange County Convention Center
We will provide a memory card for your camera so you can just point and shoot, no editing required.
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Save the DATE! - Camping Jamboree
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November 6-8 at Jetty Park!
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Where
: Jetty Park Campground - 9035 Campground Cir.
Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
When
: November 6-8
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Check out our 2019 Camping Jamboree recap!
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Fall Scholarships are open!
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Fall scholarships are now open! For our scholarships, we ask YOU to find something that your son or daughter would like to do, sign up (with that organization) and then apply for our scholarship.
Scholarship applications will be accepted for
Educational, Community, Swimming, Speech, Behavioral (ABA).
*Applications will close on August 7th, but we will be flexible due to Covid.
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When:
Sunday, July 5th
Time:
8:00pm - 11:00pm (with built in intermission)
About:
H
AMILTON is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring​ a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theater — a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. With book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, HAMILTON is based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography. It has won Tony​®​, Grammy®​​, and Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.
*This show is
PG-13
for some mature content. Please read up on the content prior to viewing!
Location
:
Virtual meeting using Zoom - can be found on our private Facebook page, MeetUp, or by emailing Erin.goding@dsfflorida.org
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Cuando
:
Martes, Julio 9
Hora:
9:00pm
Lugar
: Conferencia virtual via Zoom - para más información favor de verificar nuestra página privada de Facebook, nuestro portal de MeetpUp ó enviando un correo electrónico a karmarie.maldonado@dsfflorida.org
Únete a nuestra conferencia solo para madres! Utilizaremos este moment para introducirnos y para hablar sobre tópicos de interes.
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When:
Thursday, July 9th
Time:
9:00pm - 10:30pm
Location
:
Virtual meeting using Zoom - can be found on our private Facebook page, MeetUp, or by emailing Erin.goding@dsfflorida.org
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We've updated our scholarship policy - in addition to our normal requirements to be considered an active member for scholarships, we are now adding a member orientation requirement. This requirement will take effect for the Fall semester - so if you plan to apply for scholarships in the fall, you'll need to attend a member orientation between now and then! If you have any questions about this, you can email erin.goding@dsfflorida.org.
In the orientation, you'll learn about the programs and scholarships we offer and all the different ways you can get involved! Even if you don't apply for scholarships with The FOUNDATION, this orientation will be beneficial to you!
***You must activate your video in the call for your attendance to count***
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Parent Informational Meeting
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When
: Thursday,
July 16
Time:
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Topic:
Reading: The Key to SUCCESS at every age!
Does your son/daughter know how to read? If you said no, regardless of your son/daughter's age, you won't want to miss our next Parent Information meeting. Camille Gardiner, mom to Andrew and Down Syndrome Foundation of Florida Board Member, will share the methods she used to teach Andrew how to read. Camille truly believes that all of our children can read if given the opportunity to learn. And she says it's never too early or too late to start. Reading not only opens the door for so many opportunities, but it can also help with speech. Learning to read is without a doubt life changing! This presentation will be beneficial for all ages and you will walk away with the knowledge and confidence to start teaching your child.
***You must activate your video in the call for your attendance to count***
Location
: Virtual meeting using Zoom - can be found on our private Facebook page, MeetUp, or by emailing Erin.goding@dsfflorida.org
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When
:
Every Monday
Time:
9:00pm
Location
: Virtual meeting using Zoom - can be found on our private Facebook page, MeetUp, or by emailing Erin.goding@dsfflorida.org
Every Monday at 9pm we're providing the opportunity for moms to share some time together !
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Virtual Zumba with Elyse!
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When
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Every Tuesday
Time:
4:00pm
Location
: Virtual meeting using Zoom - can be found on our private Facebook page, MeetUp, or by emailing Erin.goding@dsfflorida.org
Elyse Mundelein will be teaching a virtual zumba class! We will post the zoom information in the event for details to log in. No experience needed, just get ready to dance and have fun!
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Join our Club 321 virtual meet up for middle and high-schoolers!
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When
: Every
Wednesday
Time:
4:00pm-5:00pm
Location
:
Virtual meeting using Zoom - can be found on our private Facebook page, MeetUp, or by emailing Erin.goding@dsfflorida.org
Upcoming Topics:
July 1: Bingo!
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When
: Every Thursday
Time
: 10:15am-11:00am
Location:
Virtual meeting using Zoom - can be found on our private Facebook page, MeetUp, or by emailing Erin.goding@dsfflorida.org
Upcoming topics:
July 2 - Farm themed songs, stories, and exercises
July 9 - Guest - Joyful Music Therapy
July 16 - Guest - Grow and Sing Studios
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We'll sing songs, read stories, and have fun - all through Zoom!
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Virtual T21 Social Network (18+)
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When:
Every Thursday
Time:
4:00pm-5:00pm
Location
:
Virtual meeting using Zoom - can be found on our private Facebook page, MeetUp, or by emailing Erin.goding@dsfflorida.org
This is a great opp
ortuni
ty for our adult group to socialize, engage, and connect with each other. We'll have something new and different each week!
Upcoming topics:
July 2: Show and Tell
July 9: Health and Nutrition tips from guest, Brittany Graves
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F^3: Fantastic Foundation Friends
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When:
Every Friday
Time:
3:00pm-3:30pm and 4:00pm-4:30pm
Location
:
Virtual meeting using Zoom - can be found on our private Facebook page, MeetUp, or by emailing Erin.goding@dsfflorida.org
POWER UP!
This program will provide opportunities for small groups to form relationships and friendships in a virtual environment. Sessions are capped at 5 participants to allow for deeper engagement and a more personal experience. We'll build conversational skills and independence with the goal of forming true friendships over time. Each session will be offered to different age groups. Ex: Girls aged 11-14 for one session and boys aged 15-18 for a different session, women 25-30, etc.

July 3 - off week, enjoy the holiday!
July 10 at 3pm: Men aged 25-30
July 10 at 4pm: Women 31 and older
July 17 at 3pm: Men 31 and older
July 17 at 4pm: Girls 11-14
July 24 at 3pm: Boys 11-14
July 24 at 4pm: Girls 15-18
July 31 at 3pm: Boys 15-18
July 31 at 4pm: Women 19-24
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Technology Tip and Tricks
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500 Free Online Courses From Ivy League Schools
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There are classes on just about anything you can imagine, from Shakespeare to classical music to Buddhist philosophy, but here's an example of some that might be of particular interest to business owners:
- "The Science of Well-Being," Yale
- "Introduction to Computer Science," Harvard
- "American Capitalism: A History," Cornell
- "Introduction to Marketing," University of Pennsylvania
- "Economics of Money and Banking," Columbia
- "The Computing Technology Inside Your Cell Phone," Cornell
- "Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies," Princeton
- "Improving Your Business Through a Culture of Health," Harvard
- "Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content," University of Pennsylvania
- "Entrepreneurship 1: Developing the Opportunity," University of Pennsylvania
- "Machine Learning," Brown
- "Networks: Friends, Money, and Bytes," Princeton
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Let's get social!
Follow us on social media for more information
and to stay updated on our upcoming events!
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