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Special Olympic Athlete-Pat Hawkins and
Lindsey Hawkins will discuss the rich history of Special Olympics. Pat will be speaking about how YOU, the Truman 7th
Grader, will be able to get involved with Special Olympics by volunteering or
playing on a team as unified partner.
Lindsey, a Special Olympic athlete, will share her story about being
in the Olympic Games.
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Down Syndrome - Michael
Nester, a Lindbergh graduate and volunteer at TMS, and Kim Nester from the Down Syndrome Association will be teaching and advocating for
children and adults with Down Syndrome. Students will learn about Down
Syndrome or Trisomy 21, how it happens, how it is diagnosed, how learning and
development varies, and other health issues. They will speak about how
inclusive education for children with differing abilities is beneficial for
them, as well as, typical developing students
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Physical
Disability and Cerebral Palsy – Mike Parker- A father of
a Sperreng student and representative from Paraquad will talk about his
experience with cerebral palsy. Mike has a "Can-Do" attitude. He
will talk about overcoming barriers and stereotypes to lead a successful
life. He will share a DVD titled More Alike Than Different. Mike will present
a hands on activity to show students
what it is like to have a disability.
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Autism - Sharon Moeller with MO-FEAT
will discuss what autism is, common symptoms of autism, behaviors you might
see in a person with autism, how people with autism should be treated,
respect for the difference in all people, and the benefit of taking the time
to get to know someone with Autism. People with Autism often have the same
likes/dislikes as you do and being their friend can take patience and understanding;
but it’s always worth it in the end.
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Obsessive
Compulsive Disorder – Donna Pesek
and Diana Prost
from the St. Louis OCD Support Group will present information on what is OCD,
discuss the symptoms of the disorder, show a short video and have an activity
to involve the students to see how it would feel to be a person with OCD.
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Bi Polar Disorder - Teresa Breeding, MSW, LCSW
from Coventry/Mental Health Network will discuss basic symptoms of Bi Polar
Disorder and how it differs from Depressive Disorders. Education will
be provided on how some people see Bipolar as not simply a
"disorder." It is a symptom of high levels of creativity and energy
when managed correctly; and it is found in highly successful people.
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Self Esteem/Depression-Maria Craft with Chad’s
Coalition will discuss how you can build up or damage the self-esteem of
others, what can happen when our fragile self-esteem is hurt, can it lead to
depression or possibly suicide, or can depression lead to a poor self
esteem? We will talk about the
relationship of self-esteem in our mental health.
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Tourette
Syndrome – Lu Moorman, BA, MAT with Greater
MO Chapter Tourette Syndrome Association explains how Tourette Syndrome is a disability that is misunderstood by many people and
misdiagnosed by some doctors. It is a neurobiological disorder that
causes involuntary body movements and vocal
sounds. Research tells us that one in one hundred students have
Tourette Syndrome. Mrs. Moorman’s goal is to make others aware of TS so
that they can understand this complex disability.
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Society
for the Blind and Visually Impaired- Lucy McCalpin, Lucy will discuss the eye
disease and visual impairments and the services that the organization
provides. Colleen Young, A Lindbergh freshman was the youngest United States athlete to compete
in the London 2012 Paralympic Games, Aug. 29-Sept. 9. Colleen will answer questions about her
experiences as an athlete with a visual impairment.
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Physical Disability/Amputation - Sandy Borrowman, Guidance
Secretary at TMS will tell her story that led up to her amputation and the
progress she has made. Mark Laytham
has been an amputee for several years and will talk about how he is able to
ride a bike, snow ski, and how he has overcome the loss of a limb to go about
everyday life. Fred Shaumburg is a
Prosthetist and will talk about how he makes prosthetics (artificial legs)
and how he helps people first walk and adjust to their new limb.
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