An Ivymount student was selected to receive her very own modified, motorized toy car to encourage independent movement.
It was provided by the Go Baby Go program, which modifies ride-on cars for young children with disabilities such as Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, and other conditions that cause gross motor delays. Ivymount staff forwarded information on the program to Rylan's family, part of our commitment to share a wide range of helpful resources.
Students in a community service program at Sidwell Friends Camp practiced STEM skills to customize the car after
learning from a physical therapist how mobility can positively affect a child’s physical, cognitive, and social development. Rylan's car includes a large button on the steering wheel to push instead of the traditional pedal, as well as a raised seat and steering wheel to accommodate her height.
