October - November 2003

A Message from Max: Oct-01-2003; Mark your calendars! On Friday, October 24, we'll be hosting our First Annual Parent Network Appreciation Day between 3 and 6 p.m. At the event, we will recognize four individuals who have assisted us since we restarted the organization in September 2001.
Celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month: Oct-01-2003; October has been designated as National Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Down syndrome is usually caused by an error in cell division that results in a baby being born with an extra copy of the 21st chromosome.
"Parent Nights" Help With Transition Process: Oct-01-2003; For parents, students and professionals, the transition process can be strenuous and overwhelming. In an effort to lend a hand, the Western New York Transition Committee will be busy this fall/spring...
Know Your Child's Rights: Birth - 2 Years: Oct-01-2003; This article is the first part of a multi-part series originally published in the Volta Voices newsletter and prepared by Arthur Ackerhalt, Esq., and Elizabeth Wright, Esq.