2012 Step Up Walk Top 6 Teams

Monday, December 31, 2012

Thank You for a Great 2012!

The DSAF of Nebraska had a great 2012.  What made it so great?  All of our wonderful members!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the volunteers that worked so hard this year! 
There are so many individuals who volunteer their time and talents and work together to make each event happen.  We are so thankful for each and every one of you.  You efforts have helped our organization to grow in so many ways.

Here are some of our highlights from the past year:  Mom's Nights Out,  Dad's Night Out, Noodles World Down Syndrome Day Fundraiser, March Madness Ball Night,  Sibling Workshop, Lil' Stars, Super Stars and Teen Stars events,  New Parent Meeting, iPad/iPod 101 workshop, Re-designed website, Swim Party, Christmas Party, and of course the record breaking Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk, and many of our fact posters "going viral" on Facebook.   

We were fortunate again to be the non profit organization who was the beneficiary of the JEO golf tournament fundraiser, and were thankful to have a strong showing of members who golfed and/or volunteered.

The DSAF also enjoyed being a member of the ONE Coalition which is a group of non-profits in the Lincoln area who work together to put on events like the Special Need Fishing Clinic, and the very popular Husker Heroes. 

What will 2013 bring?  There are many exciting things currently being planned.  We will have our first Sign and Play class in less than a week.  We are also looking forward to hosting the 2013 Educational Conference in March.  

What else do you want to see in 2013?  We want to know.  Click here to access a survey to let us know what programs you want to see.  Is there something not currently being offered?  Why not volunteer and make it happen.  We would love to have your be part of the DSAF family of volunteers in 2013.

Happy New Year! 

Wednesday, December 26, 2012

2013 DSAF Educational Conference




Down Syndrome Association for Families of Nebraska
is proud to announce the
2013 Educational Conference
 

Helping children with special needs reach their full potential.

March 2, 2013

At Country Inn and Suites, 5353 N 27th Street, Lincoln NE 68521

This Conference is for Parents, College Students, Educators, and Administrators.  Click here to access the conference brochure.

Registration includes continental breakfast and lunch.

Costs:

$35.00 per person

$50.00 per couple

$20.00 college student

$5.00 Discount for DSAF Members

Registration Deadline: February 18, 2013

Register online:

www.dsafnebraska.org

Mail Payment To:

DSAF

PO Box 57362

Lincoln, NE 68505

Saturday, December 1, 2012

2012 Christmas Brunch


Today we had a awesome turnout at our Annual Holiday Brunch at St Luke's Methodist Church in Lincoln.  The weather was great so we did not have to worry about snow holding up Santa's sleigh.  The kids had fun sitting on the big guys lap, while the parents got to enjoy visiting with each other. 


The highlight of the morning was the drawing for the iPad mini.  Congratulations to the Lang family who won it.  Little Jenna is just one, but I bet she will be working it like a pro in no time!

Here are some more photos from the day: