Down Syndrome Association of San Antonio • 2800 NW Loop 410 • San Antonio, TX 78230 • 210-349-4372➡Volume 13, Issue 1

JANUARY 2011

Executive Director ..............1

Holiday Party Photos ..........1

NDSC Convention ..............2

H.U.G.S. ..............................2

Volunteer Application ........3

Summer Programs ..............4

Out & About........................4

Educational Opportunity ......5

Playgroup ............................6

Kid Connection ..................6

Teen Club ............................6

Support Groups ..................7

Medicaid Buy-In ................7

Special Events ......................8

Calendar Order Form ........8

Adult Matters! ....................8

Outreach ..............................9

Meet Adam ..........................9

Meet Your Board ................9

Treasurer’s Report ............10

Contributions....................10

News & Notes ....................11

Who We Are ......................11

Calendar of Events ............12

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Welcome to 2011! I am really looking forwardto all the wonderful things the DownSyndrome Association of San Antonio has instore for the New Year!

As we close 2010, I would like to reflect onwhat a great year it was for not only theDSASA, but for the Down syndromecommunity, as well. The DSASA added somany new families over the past year, so thatnow we are serving over 700 families withalmost 5,000 contacts in our database. Moreand more people in our community arefinding out about the DSA, and we love thatwe can let everyone know the great things theDSA does and how wonderful our kids are.

Another wonderful step for our kids was thepassing of Rosa’s Law. This law will change allreferences in federal law from “mentalretardation” to “intellectual disability” and itwill also change the reference of a “mentallyretarded individual” to “an individual with anintellectual disability”.

Effective February 4, Alice Gomez, the DSAOffice Manager will no longer be with theDSA. We want to take this opportunity tothank Alice for all she has done for us the past7 years and we wish her all the best!

All the events we held in2010, from the monthlysocial activities to theBuddy Walk to theHoliday Party, were sowell attended that weknow the DSA is makingan impact. Over 4,000 people attended theBuddy Walk, raising over $130,000, and over750 enjoyed the festivities of the Holiday Party.

I would like to take this opportunity to thankthe following people for their hard work at theHoliday Party:• Richard Hughes for providing all the

wonderful dancing music• Chris Reilly Photography for taking such

awesome photos• Bubie Stelzig for being a wonderful Santa Claus• All the volunteers that helped with set up,

registration, kitchen duty, and clean up.

I also want to thank the members of ourBoard of Directors for their dedication thispast year in helping the DSASA become anincredible organization!

I look forward to enjoying 2011 with each andevery one of you!

Terri Mauldin

KEEPING UP WITHDownsDownsMessage from Terri Mauldin ...

Now available for viewing and purchase at http://chris711.photoreflect.com!There are photos with Santa, family photos, and photos of everyonedancing and having a great time. Please take a minute and review thephotos and if interested, you may order these photos at a discounted pricedirectly through Chris Reilly Photography. I want to thank Chris Reilly,Angela, and Guadalupe for taking such great photos!!

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Now the Down Syndrome Association of San Antonio has a unique way to give on amonthly basis. Our HUGS Program is an easy way to donate to the DSA through

monthly installments via ACH checking or all major credit cards.

Enter between now and March 1, 2011 to be eligible to win 4 courtside tickets to theSpurs vs. Warriors game (March 21, 7:30 p.m.) Parking pass included.

Visit the DSA website and click on the HUGS link to start your monthly giving today!

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Mom’s Night Out and Dad’s Night Out are opportunities forMoms & Dads to get together and build social connectionswithin our DSA family. Our events will be held on a quarterlybasis. Please RSVP if you will be attending to Steve & Laura Nivinat 210-422-0552 or lauranivin@gmail.com (Laura) or210-639-5587 or steve.nivin@gmail.com (Steve).

MOM’S NIGHT OUTWEDNESDAY, APRIL 13 - AMORCITO’S2318 N. Loop 1604 West, 78258, 210-493-2204, 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8 - LA FONDA2415 N. Main, 78212, 210-733-0621, 7 p.m.

DAD’S NIGHT OUTWEDNESDAY, APRIL 27 - GRIMALDI’S PIZZA15900 La Cantera Parkway, 78215, 210-690-4949, 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22 - CHRIS MADRID’S1900 Blanco Road, 78212, 210-735-3552, 7 p.m.

Out & About

by Elizabeth Carnes - Teen Club Director

The Teen Club is open to all teens with any disability betweenthe ages of 13 and 17. The goal of the Teen Club is to fosterfriendships, stimulate socialization, and increase positive selfesteem. Chaperones will be in attendance at each event. The costof Teen Club events will be covered by the DSA for the teen andone special needs, age-appropriate friend. Please RSVP for eachevent to Nana Knowles at nknowles@dsasa.org or210-349-4372.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12 - TEEN WINTER FESTIVAL6:30 - 8:30 p.m., The Pam Stephens Center, 6530 Wurzbach Rd.,San Antonio, TX 78240. Bring 1 snack & 1 CD or game to share.Please RSVP by February 9.

SATURDAY, MARCH 26 - PUTT PUTT GOLF6:30 - 8 p.m., Embassy Golf, 500 Embassy Oaks, 78216. DSA willpay for the teen and one special needs, age appropriate friend.Please RSVP no later than March 23 to get group rate prices.

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 - CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL DOWNTOWN10 a.m - 4 p.m. Please meet at the Rivercenter Mall Lagoon so wecan go together as a group. Join us for a family-friendly festivalwith live entertainment, mascots, face painting, moon bounce,games, and more! Please RSVP by April 6.

SUNDAY, MAY 15 - ANNUAL DSA PICNICPlease see page 8 for details.

SATURDAY, JUNE 4 - SWIMMING & S’MORES!1 - 4 p.m. Hosted by Michelle Pettit, DSA Board Member, 8036Tradition Oak, Boerne, TX 78015. Bring your towels and get readyto swim and make s’mores! Yum! Please RSVP no later thanWednesday, June 1.

SATURDAY, JUNE 11 - AUDREY’S DAY AT THE BEACHPlease see page 8 for details.

Teen Club

It’s never too earlyto start planning for summer

activities! Visit the DSA website atdsasa.org>special events for

a comprehensive list of programsfor individuals with

special needs! San Antonio Junior Forum Grand Check Presentation.(L-R) Jen Harvey, Terri Mauldin, Liz Fox, Jessica Johnson

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PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE - 2010-2011ARC OF SAN ANTONIO EDUCATIONSERIESA series of workshops designed to help parentsand caregivers of children/young adults withcognitive and other developmental disabilitiesprepare for the future. All presentations will be held at The Arc ofSan Antonio’s Pam Stephens Center located at 6530 Wurzbach,78240. Registration required. Please contact Heather Long at210-490-4300 ext. 113 or hlong@arc-sa.org. For details andupdated information on speakers, visit our online calendar atwww.arc-sa.org.

*Childcare option: Respite Care of San Antonio offers Family DayOut at the PSC on Saturdays 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. You MUST beregistered with Respite Care of San Antonio to use their respiteservices. Contact Maya Sordo at 210-737-1212 ext. 15.

Guardianship and Special Needs TrustsSaturday, February 12 • 9 a.m. - 12 Noon

Day to Day Life After School: An OverviewSaturday, April 9 • 9 a.m. - 12 Noon

CARING FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: CONTEMPORARYTHEOLOGICAL, ETHICAL, AND LEGAL PERSPECTIVESA Converging Roads Conference jointly sponsored by AssumptionSeminary, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health Systems & the SanAntonio Institute for Catholic CultureSaturday, February 5 • 9 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - City Centre, 5th floorAuditorium, 333 N. Santa Rosa St., San Antonio, 78207

Participants will be better prepared to care for persons withdisabilities by recognizing their dignity as persons; understandingtheir unique physical, psychological, and legal needs as patients;examining and responding to ethical issues in their treatment; andbecoming aware of resources which can improve their quality oflife. Continuing education credits are available. Register atwww.convergingroads.com or contact Chris Stravitsch, Director, at210-734-5137.

2011 INCLUSION WORKS CONFERENCEFebruary 23-26Renaissance Austin Hotel,Austin TexasRegister Online atwww.thearcoftexas.orgMaster Session Presenters:• Dr. Michael McSheehan - The Beyond Access Model• Dr. Marilyn Friend - Creating and Sustaining Effective

Classroom Partnerships in Inclusive Schools• Co-Teach Fest with Dr. Lisa Deiker and Dr. Wendy Murawski

For more information, call 1-800-252-9729 or visit the website athttp://www.thearcoftexas.org/conferences/inclusionworks.asp.

TAPPESTRY 2011 CONFERENCE:“DISCOVERING BALANCE - UNITING SCHOOLS,COMMUNITIES, AND FAMILIES”February 268 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.Education Service Center Region 20,1314 Hines Ave., San Antonio 78208

Keynote Speaker: Aric Bostick

Sessions: Autism, Brain-Based Instructional Strategies, Behavior,Nutrition, Differentiated Instruction, ARD 101, Post SecondaryOptions, Inclusion, Mental Health, Finding Balance

For More Information: www.esc20.net/tappestry or 210-370-5466

TEXAS ADVANCED LEADERSHIP AND ADVOCACYCONFERENCESunday, February 27 - Tuesday, March 1Embassy Suites Austin Central

This annual conference provides leadership and advocacy trainingto adults with disabilities, parents of children with disabilities, andprofessionals in the disability field.

Conference attendees can expect to leave with the knowledge andskills to successfully advocate for themselves and others withdisabilities. They will be able to define current legislative issues,learn how to promote and advocate for policy and systems change,and understand the methods necessary to collaboratively advocatealongside local and statewide advocacy organizations. Applicationsfor TALAC are now online at http://talac.tamu.edu/.

COUNCIL OF PARENT ATTORNEYS AND ADVOCATES(COPAA) ANNUAL CONFERENCEMarch 3 - 6Westin Riverwalk,420 West Market St.,San Antonio, Texas 78205

COPAA is premised on the belief that the key to effectiveeducational programs for children with disabilities is collaborationby parents and educators. Disseminating knowledge of protectionsunder the law, advocacy strategy, and educational best practice isan important part of enabling parents to meaningfully participatein their child’s educational programs. The COPAA conferenceprovides unique opportunities for training and networking withthe most experienced and knowledgeable special educationadvocates and attorneys on special education issues.

Sessions: Litigation Strategies, Discipline and Disability, AdvocateTraining, Testing, School Accountability, Due Process Options,Special Needs Planning, Applied Behavior Analysis, Planning forEffective IEP Meetings, and more!

For more information: http://www.copaa.org/conference-training/conference/.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 26 - CHILDREN’S MUSEUM10 a.m., 305 E. Houston Street, 78205. Please meet at the frontentrance at 10 a.m. DSA will pay admission fee for child with DSand siblings. Parents will be responsible for their fees. Please RSVPno later than March 23.

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 - CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL DOWNTOWN10 a.m - 4 p.m. Please meet at the Rivercenter Mall Lagoon so wecan go together as a group. Join us for a family-friendly festivalwith live entertainment, mascots, face painting, moon bounce,games, and more! Please RSVP no later than April 6.

SUNDAY, MAY 15 - ANNUAL DSA PICNIC Please see page 8 for details.

SATURDAY, JUNE 11 - AUDREY’S DAY AT THE BEACHPlease see page 8 for details.

SATURDAY, JUNE 18 - FIESTA FARM3 - 5 p.m., 8497 FM 1560, San Antonio, TX 78254. Petting zoo, hayrides, bubbles, sandbox and pony rides. Everyone is welcome -parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters. Please RSVP no laterthan June 15.

by Tim McIntosh, Kid Connection Director

The Down Syndrome Association Kid Connection is ourgathering designed for family social activities. We welcome allchildren with special needs and their families! Our events arespecifically designed for ages 4 - 12. The DSA will pay theadmission for the individual with Down syndrome and theirsiblings. Parents are responsible for their own admission. Adiscounted rate will be offered when possible. Please RSVP foreach event to Nana Knowles at nknowles@dsasa.org or210-349-4372.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12 - BUMPER BOWLING ATBRUNSWICK BOWL12 - 3 p.m., 4330 Thousand Oaks, 78217. Bring your socks - weare pulling down the bumpers and bowling like crazy! PleaseRSVP no later than February 9.

by Anabel Pearson – Playgroup Director

The Down Syndrome Association Playgroup is a playtime forchildren ages 0-3 and their parents. The DSA will pay for entryfees to these activities (if applicable) for the child with Downsyndrome and their siblings. Please RSVP for each event to NanaKnowles at nknowles@dsasa.org or 210-349-4372.

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 - EASTER EGG HUNT10 a.m. - 12 noon. Orsinger County Park, 12300 Huebner Rd.78230. Come with your baskets! Please RSVP no later than April 5.

SUNDAY, MAY 15 - ANNUAL DSA PICNICPlease see page 8 for details.

SATURDAY, JUNE 4 - SAN ANTONIO ZOO9 a.m. - 12 noon. 3903 N. St. Mary’s 78212. Bring sack lunch.Please RSVP no later than June 1 so we can pre-order the tickets.

SATURDAY, JUNE 11 - AUDREY’S DAY AT THE BEACHPlease see page 8 for details.

KINDER MUSIC PLAYGROUP11- 11:30 a.m., Music Arts Center Northwest (IH 10 & De Zavala),12732 Cimarron Path, Ste. 100, San Antonio, TX 78249. PleaseRSVP if you are planning to attend since materials are needed foreach lesson.

FEBRUARY 1, 8, 15, 22 - Home Sweet HomeMARCH 1, 8, 22, 29 - Up in the SkyAPRIL 5, 12, 19, 26 - Down on the GroundMAY 3, 10, 17, 24- Splash!

No June Music Playgroup dates for summer break.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 10Topic: Information Session with Floresville ISD

THURSDAY, APRIL 14Topic: Contents of the IEP • Speaker: Dot O'Donnell

THURSDAY, MAY 12Topic: The Top 10 Basics of Special Education • Speaker: Dot O'Donnell

THURSDAY, JUNE 9Topic: Summer Activities to keep your child busy and entertainedSpeaker: TBA

NEW BRAUNFELS PARENT SUPPORT GROUPby Esther Mendoza – New Braunfels Branch DirectorThe Down Syndrome Association’s New Braunfels Branchserves children and adults with Down syndrome in Comal andGuadalupe counties. Our meetings are held the secondWednesday of each month from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Hill CountryMHMR Office, 511 North Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130. PleaseRSVP for each event by contacting the New Braunfels BranchDirector, Esther Mendoza, at 830-609-9363 oremendoza@dsasa.org.

Other News: Every third Saturday, The ARC in New Braunfelsholds a dance for all children with special needs. Please call EstherMendoza at 830-237-3655 for more details. Help spread the wordabout the Down Syndrome Association, New Braunfels Branch.This branch is to serve children and adults with Down syndromeliving in Comal and Guadalupe counties!

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 9Topic: Speech and Language Pathologist Discussing Language

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 - Topic: HCS Supports & Services

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13 - Topic: TBA/Open Forum

WEDNESDAY, MAY 11 - Topic: TBA/Open Forum

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8 - Topic: TBA/Open Forum

Support GroupsSAN ANTONIO PARENT SUPPORT GROUPby Mendy Roberts - Parent Support Group DirectorOur monthly meetings of the Parent Support Group aredesigned for parents, grandparents, siblings, and friends ofchildren with Down syndrome.The meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. with introductions andannouncements, followed by insightful information from a guestspeaker from 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. Participants have the opportunity toshare experiences and concerns with others from 7:45 - 8:30 p.m. Themeetings are held at Coker United Methodist Church, 231 E. NorthLoop Road, south of Bitters off U.S. 281 North. Childcare is availableat no cost; however, reservations are required by calling 210-494-3455x245 at least 48 hours in advance. Please leave a detailed messagewhen making a reservation. Out of respect to our speakers, we askthat all children over the age of two be left in childcare.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1Topic: Adult Panel • Location: Gibbs 1108/1109

TUESDAY, MARCH 1Topic: Empowerment Drumming - The Community Drum Circleis a fun entry-level learning experience in which participantsexpress themselves by using a chorus of tuned drums, percussion,and vocals to create a musical song together while having a greattime. Parents are encouraged to attend and PLEASE use thechildcare for this event by calling 210-494-3455 x245 at least 48hours in advance. Please leave a detailed message when making areservation. Speaker: Jorge Ochoa, OTR.Location: Gibbs 1108/1109

TUESDAY, APRIL 5 Topic: TBA/Open Forum • Location: Gibbs 1108

TUESDAY, MAY 3 Topic: Special Needs Trusts • Speaker: Anna Torres, Attorney atLaw • Location: Gibbs 1108

TUESDAY, JUNE 7Topic: Overview of Medicaid Waiver Programs • Speaker: YolandaFuentes with the ARC of San Antonio • Location: Gibbs 1108

FLORESVILLE PARENT SUPPORT GROUPby Tammi Burleson, Floresville Branch DirectorThe Down Syndrome Association's Floresville Branch servesspecial needs families in Wilson and Atascosa counties. Ourmeetings are held the second Thursday of each month from 6:30 -7:30 p.m. at the Camino Real MHMR Office, 540 10th Street, Suite100, Floresville, TX 87114. Tammi Burleson is the Branch Directorand can be reached at 210-213-5258. The Floresville Branch nowhas a lending library! Contact the Branch Director to check out materials.** I would like to see some activities for the children during thesummer months such as Morgan's Wonderland, etc. If you have anyideas please contact Tammi!

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 10Topic: Early Childhood Intervention (ECI)Speaker: Dot O'Donnell, Partners Resource Network

Medicaid Buy-InApplications are being accepted for the new Medicaid Buy-In forChildren program. Created by the Texas Legislature in 2009, theprogram allows families whose incomes do not meet Medicaideligibility requirements to purchase Medicaid coverage.

Families with a child (age 18 or younger) who meets SSI disabilitycriteria and whose adjusted gross income is up to 300% of thefederal poverty level (approximately $66,700 for a family of four)may pay premiums to access Medicaid. Normally these familieswould not be eligible for Medicaid because their income is toohigh. Benefits include doctor and hospital visits (includingemergency care), prescriptions, dental care, mental health care,speech therapy, physical therapy, regular checkups and familyplanning. For more information or to apply, dial 2-1-1 or visitwww.yourtexasbenefits.com.

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SPRING PICNICCome spend a beautiful day with yourDSA friends at our Annual picnic atLanda Park in New Braunfels! This year’spicnic will be held on Sunday, May 15thfrom 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Pavilions #4 and#5. Food will be served. Don’t forget yourswimsuits, towels, water shoes, and sunscreen for water fun time inthe Guadalupe River. You may also want to bring your lawn chairs.If you plan to attend, you must RSVP by May 6th with the numberof adults and children to nknowles@dsasa.org or 210-349-4372.

AUDREY’S DAY AT THE BEACHThe 8th annual Audrey’s Day at the Beach is hosted by the Shockleyfamily to promote awareness of Down syndrome in memory oftheir daughter/granddaughter. It will be held Saturday, June 11beginning at 8:30 a.m. at Rockport Beach Park in Rockport, TX.There will be kayaking and cane pole fishing, in addition to boatrides on a nature study boat for viewing various birds and nativewildlife. For planning purposes, please RSVP by June 3, 2011 to theDSA office at 210-349-4372 or nknowles@dsasa.org. Moreinformation will be posted in the next newsletter, but if you plan tostay the weekend, be sure to start looking into places to stay now.http://www.rockport-fulton.org/

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Adult Matters!by Julie Cheatwood - Adult Matters! Director

Adult Matters! is a social program specifically designed for ouradults with DS ages 18 and older. The focus is on providing anenvironment to help them further develop their social skills, buildfriendships among other adults with DS, and offer them safe andappropriate interactions within the community. In order to fosterthat environment, we encourage them to invite an age-appropriatepeer (another adult with special needs) to participate with them.DSA will pay the participation fee for both of them as well as a 1:4chaperone ratio.We realize that our adults depend on family andfriends for transportation to and from these activities, so we willalways try to plan activities that offer a place whereparents/guardians can gather nearby (restaurant, coffee shop, etc.)and visit with each other during the event. Please RSVP for eachevent to Nana Knowles at nknowles@dsasa.org or 210-349-4372.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 19 - BOWLING - 2 - 4 p.m., BrunswickThousand Oaks Bowl, 4330 Thousand Oaks Blvd., San Antonio, TX78217. Please RSVP no later than Wednesday, February 16.

SATURDAY, MARCH 12 - SPRING FORMAL DANCE7 - 10 p.m., Aldaco’s Restaurant Sunset Station, 100 East Hoefgen,San Antonio, TX 78205. Please RSVP no later than Monday, March 7.

APRIL -YMCA FITNESS FUN (date and time TBA) - Enjoy anafternoon of fun and fitness and learn how to be a healthy adult.

SUNDAY, MAY 15 - ANNUAL DSA PICNICPlease see page 8 for details.

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Shipping/Handling ($2 1st calendar; $1 ea. addtl.): ______

TOTAL $ ______Child with Down syndrome?

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If yes, name and birthdate of child with DS:

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City, State, Zip: __________________________________________

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Please send your check or money order along with this form to:

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Credit card orders can be placed online in our DSA Storeor by phone to the DSA office 210-349-4372

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By Karen Leitko

Adam recently celebrated his 29thbirthday with friends, family,neighbors and co-workers. He beganhis education almost immediatelyafter birth at the Brighton School.Then it was on through the publicschool system. While in high school,Adam created a work of art which waslater displayed at then Governor George W. Bush’s office in the stateCapitol. He was also a representative at the Disability LeadershipConference.

He has been competitively employed for nine years and lives in agroup home with 3 other housemates.

Adam loves to fish with his friends Travis and Tony, as well as withhis parents. He even has the nickname “Catfish” which is boldlyemblazoned on the front of a cap which was a gift from Tony. He

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loves Brad Paisley’s “Fishing Song”, too! In addition to gettingtogether with friends, Adam also enjoys watching sports and goingto the movies, is an avid golfer, loves the Spurs, and enjoys listeningto all types of music.

Traveling is another one of Adam’s loves. In May he visitedMammoth Cave in Kentucky, among other places. On the trip backhome, he was privileged to be on an “Honor Flight” and got to visitwith many men and women who served in World War II. Adamhopes that his next trip will be to the Bahamas!

More than anything, Adam adores spending time with his extendedfamily. He is looking forward to the arrival of baby boys in the spring- his cousin and wife are expecting twin boys!

GARY STINNETT, Board ofDirectors & Finance Committee

by Lisa Drozdick

Gary Stinnett joined the DSASABoard of Directors in December of2009 following a request by ChristyAnderson, the current ViceChairperson of the Board. He alsoserves on the finance committee. Garywanted to become involved and make a difference in a growing,charitable organization. Although he does not have a child withDown syndrome, he is close friends with Kevin and ChristyAnderson, whose son Drew has Down syndrome.

Prior to Drew’s birth, Gary admits that he knew very little aboutDown syndrome. He has learned a lot over the years and is eager tosee the DSASA grow and become a one-stop, local resource for thosefamilies expecting or who have kids or family members with Downsyndrome. He would like to see the DSASA continue and increaseeducational, support, and entertainment programs for children,adults, and families touched by Down syndrome.

Gary is Vice President of the Wash Tub car washes based in SanAntonio. He has worked for the company for 21 years, starting outwashing cars while attending UTSA. When he started, there were only3 locations; now the Wash Tub operates 20 full service car washes andemploys over 1,200 people. The large retail presence of Wash Tubthroughout San Antonio offers some unique awareness opportunitiesfor the DSASA.

Gary is married to Laura Stinnett, and they have a 14-year-olddaughter Courtney and an 11-year-old son Nicholas. His kids arequite active and are “at that age where they always have somethinggoing on - sports, social etc. Thankfully they are not old enough todrive yet, so most of our free time is spent watching volleyball andbasketball games and practices.” Although Gary has been a SanAntonio resident since 1986, he moved around quite a bit when hewas younger, including Lubbock, Amarillo and Arlington, prior toSan Antonio.

Thank you, Gary, for sharing your time and insight with theDown Syndrome Association of San Antonio!

Courtney, Gary, Laura& Nicholas Stinnett

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Outreachby Mendy Roberts - Outreach Director

Another year has come to a close. For the Outreach Program, 2010 wasa very busy and fulfilling time. We met and welcomed many newfamilies, introducing them to all the wonderful programs that we offerand wishing them all the best for the future. We continue to grow ourOutreach Program and look forward to 2011. As always, if you knowof someone with a child or family member with Down syndrome,please let us know if they would like to be contacted and receive moreinformation about us. It was great seeing so many of you at the DSAHoliday Party. We’re hoping everyone had the happiest of holidays andwill enjoy a wonderful new year!

LET US WELCOME OUR NEWEST DSA FAMILIES!Joe & Amanda Mangum, parents of Abigayle, born 8/21/10Dawn Fricano, parent of Gabriel, born 10/5/10Lawrence & Laura Campbell, parents of Desiree, born 12/26/09Nancy Sandoval, parent of Giovanna, born 11/25/08Jose & Megan Valdez, parents of Mateo, born 12/1/08Imelda Arizmendi, parent of Donay, born 10/27/06Kevin & Cherica Brown, parents of Shamar, born 2/16/05Joey & Heidi Padilla, parents of Brennen, born 10/25/10Andres & Nancy Fuentes, parents of Andreah, born 8/4/09Charles & Diane Cosnowski, parents of Alex, born 4/3/00;

Karolina, born 1/7/04 and Sebastian, born 3/15/06Juan & Gloria Mata, parents of Juan, Jr., born 10/2/91Pablo & Suzanne Juarez, parents of Jacob, born 4/09 (moving to

San Antonio from South Carolina May/June 2011)Pete & Velma Aseves, parents of Sophia, born 6/17/05Darnell & Elizabeth Ingram, parents of Deondre, born 1/19/09Severiano & Nancy Barcenas, parents of Andrew, born 8/1/97Debra Williams, parent of Damani, born 1/8/01

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ContributionsWe sincerely appreciate the following people who have sogenerously donated to the Down Syndrome Association.Your contributions help us offer a variety of programs forthe members of our organization.Dana & Jack Albright in honor of Wes AlbrightTammie AnguianoCarol ArboAllison ArceoBank of America - matching giftApril BeatyMaria BiggsMary BoboEvelia Bray - United Health Group Employee Giving CampaignThe Capital Group Companies Charitable Foundation - matching giftsMarie Cassidy in honor of Stephanie CraneCenter for Maternal-Fetal Care, P.AMary Chambers in honor of CarolinaRichard & Susan Chaney in honor of Cory WyckoffOlivia ChavezSkye CurdDana DavisMaria De La GarzaKimberly DevadossRoy EhresmanEdna EsparzaDiana FernandezNicole Forsberg - AT&T United Way Employee Giving CampaignLaura GamezA.P. Gentry in honor of Tristan GentryAlfred GerloffScot & Kristi GilbertRoland & Sonia GonzalesMichelle GregurichLisa GutierrezLeslie GutierrezDebora GuzmanTricia HaddadJayna Halliday in honor of Stephanie CraneHousler EnterprisesElna Jeanes in honor of Collin StanushMonique JefferyRosemary KaldahlGeneva King in memory of Mandy HerreraDavid & Kay Kipp in honor of Briana TroyMark & Barbara KirchnerTamara LandinJeanne LeFloreYvette LermaKenneth LingleChristina MajorsStephanie Martinez in honor of Aiden Caldwell & familyPamela McLeanDaniel Micheli - AT&T United Way Employee Giving CampaignAndrew & Lisa MorrisClay & Susan Nettleship in honor of Bill & Patty CadeCorina OrtizPotranco Family Dental Barbara Richardson

Treasurer’s Reportby Debbie Albright – DSA Treasurer/Finance

PROFIT & LOSS: CASH BASISJanuary - December 2010

Receipts:Donations $25,433.71Grant Income 48,000.00 Valero Children’s Charities 27,428.88Fundraising Income 207,177.14 Programs & Outreach 12,777.44Interest Income 39.80

Total Receipts $320,856.97

Expenses:Buddy Walk Expenses 42,585.13Other Fundraising 3,951.66Programs 8,246.85 Outreach Expenses 9,521.22 Newsletter 5,036.56 Festivities Expenses 8,073.70 Conferences 8,592.61 Education Seminars 4,510.92Training 10,816.77Administrative Operations 42,687.15Salaries and Benefits 115,680.04New Braunfels DSA Branch 10,966.34 Marketing 14,848.61Floresville DSA Branch 38.58

Total Expenses $285,556.14

NET INCOME $35,300.83

WE SINCERELY APPRECIATE THE GRANT SUPPORTFROM THE FOLLOWING ORGANIZATIONS:

• Harvey E. Najim Family Foundation - $10,000

• Pearson - $500

• San Antonio Junior Forum - $500 grant for the AdultMatters! Formal Dance

• School Sisters of Notre Dame of Dallas - $1,000ministry fund for DSA tutoring program

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www.dsasa.org

DSA

Who We AreMISSION STATEMENT

The DSA’s mission is to provide support andservices to children and adults with Down

syndrome and their families.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTORTerri Mauldin

210-349-4375 • tmauldin@dsasa.orgDSA OFFICE MANAGER

Alice Gomez210-349-4372 • agomez@dsasa.org

SPECIAL EVENTS COORDINATORNana Knowles

210-349-4372 • nknowles@dsasa.org

DSA BOOKKEEPERVicky Akers

210-349-4372 • vakers@dsasa.org

BOARD OF DIRECTORSChairperson – Bill Cade

Vice Chairperson – Christy AndersonSecretary – Lisa Drozdick

Treasurer/Finance – Debbie AlbrightMember at Large – Barbara SamfieldMember at Large – Dennis JohnsonMember at Large – Tim McIntoshMember at Large – Gary StinnettMember at Large – Michelle PettitMember at Large – Jessaca Bond

PROGRAM DIRECTORSNew Braunfels Branch Director – Esther Mendoza

Floresville Branch Director – Tammi BurlesonAdult Continuing Education Director – VACANT

Adult Matters! Director – Julie CheatwoodCalendar Director – Maria Hey

Kid Connection Director – Tim McIntoshOutreach Director – Mendy Roberts

Parent Support Group Director – Mendy RobertsPlaygroup Director – Anabel Pearson

Public Relations Director – Janice TroySharing & Caring Director – Tricia Gonzales

Spanish Outreach Director – VACANTTeen Club Director – Betty Carnes

News & NotesDATABASE UPDATE NEEDED - To help us identify the differentethnicities of those in our database, we would like to know if anymember of your family is not Caucasian. This will help us sharefigures with potential foundations about the population we serve.Please contact the DSASA office at 210-349-4372 ordownsynassc@dsasa.org. Your help with this is greatly appreciated!

CAMP ABILITY! - Spring VBS 2011 Hero Headquarters - Come be apart … where kids join forces with GodUniversity United Methodist Church - Special Needs MinistryMarch 15 - 18, 2011 • 9 a.m. - 12 noon. K - 5th grade. Enrollment islimited to 50 campers! Registration starts January 3rd. Cost is $10 perchild/family. For more information contact Susan Galindo at210-690-7323 or email at susan@uchurch.tv.

Sensory-Motor Playroom NOW OPEN - The u|ability ministry atUniversity United Methodist Church celebrates the opening of asensory-motor playroom that is open to the public at no charge!Children’s Building at UUMC, 5084 DeZavala, San Antonio, TX78249. Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Playroomprovides access to therapeutic toys and equipment for children withdevelopmental delays. Reservations required. For more information,contact Susan Galindo at 210.690.7323, susan@uchurch.tv.

KIDZ NIGHT KLUB - Christian Childcare (ages 6 mos – 5th grade)through the u|ability ministry at University United Methodist Church.2nd Friday of most months. 6:30 - 10:30 p.m. $10 for the first child;$8 for each additional child. For more information, contact SusanGalindo at 210.690.7323 or susan@uchurch.tv.http://kids.uchurch.tv/nursery/.

SPECIAL TEAMS SOCCER - Special Teams Soccer is a soccerprogram for individuals with special needs held at McAllister ParkLower Bee Tree fields. The first soccer practice will be on Saturday,February 5th at 3 p.m. and the first game will be February 26th.Tuesday practices begin once the time changes. Registration is $60.Special Olympics Area & State games are in May. We are lookingforward to having another AWESOME season! If you are interested orwould like more information, contact Jackie Thompson atspecialteamssoccer@sbcglobal.net.

THE DSA ISON FACEBOOK!

Become our Friend atwww.facebook.com/dsa.sanantonio

Elizabeth RichardsonMelinda Roberts - United Health Group Employee Giving CampaignVictoria RocaJames & Kathy RogersMallori RomeroJames Rudolph in honor of The Anderson FamilyVeronica SanchezJennifer ShermanWilliam Steele - AT&T United Way Employee Giving CampaignAubrey & Elaine SteffenJeanne TatumMelissa Toudouze - AT&T United Way Employee Giving CampaignFernando VelazquezBarbara Waldon in memory of Audrey ShockleyMaria Weaver in honor of Dr. Robert JamesDeborah WoodsRichard & Patricia Wyckoff in honor or Cory Wyckoff

NONPROFIT ORGU.S. POSTAGE

PAIDSAN ANTONIO, TXPERMIT NO 1126

Calendar of Events

Down Syndrome Associationof San Antonio

2800 NW Loop 410San Antonio, TX 78230

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FEBRUARY1,8,15,22 - Playgroup Kinder Music:Music Arts Center Northwest,

12732 Cimarron Path,Ste.100,11 a.m.1San Antonio PSG:Adult Panel,Coker UMC,231 E.North Loop Rd.,

Gibbs 1108,6:30 - 8:30 p.m.9New Braunfels PSG:Speech & Language,Hill Country MHMR,

511 North St.,6 - 8 p.m.10Floresville PSG:ECI,Camino Real MHMR,540 10th St.,Suite 100,

6:30 - 7:30 p.m.12Kid Connection:Fiesta Farm,8497 FM 1560,3 - 5 p.m.12Teen Club:Teen Winter Festival,The Pam Stephens Center,

6530 Wurzbach Rd.,6:30 - 8:30 p.m.19Adult Matters!:Bowling,Brunswick Thousand Oaks,

4330 Thousand Oaks Blvd.,2 - 4 p.m.MARCH1,8,22,29 - Playgroup Kinder Music:Music Arts Center Northwest,

12732 Cimarron Path,Ste.100,11 a.m.1San Antonio PSG:Empowerment Drumming,Coker UMC,

231 E.North Loop Rd.,Gibbs 1108,6:30 - 8:30 p.m.9New Braunfels PSG:HCS,Hill Country MHMR,511 North St.,6 - 8 p.m.10Floresville PSG:Floresville ISD,Camino Real MHMR,540 10th St.,

Suite 100,6:30 - 7:30 p.m.12Adult Matters!:Spring Formal Dance,Aldaco’s Restaurant Sunset Station,

100 East Hoefgen,7 - 10 p.m.26Kid Connection:San Antonio Children’s Museum,305 E.Houston St.,

10 a.m.26Teen Club:Putt Putt Golf,Embassy Oaks,500 Embassy Oaks,6:30 - 8 p.m.APRIL5,12,19,26 - Playgroup Kinder Music:Music Arts Center Northwest,

12732 Cimarron Path,Ste.100,11 a.m.5San Antonio PSG:Open Forum,Coker UMC,231 E.North Loop Rd.,

Gibbs 1108,6:30 - 8:30 p.m.9Playgroup:Easter Egg Hunt,Orsinger County Park,12300 Huebner,

10 a.m.- 12 noon

APRIL9Kid Connection/Teen Club:Children’s Festival Downtown,10 a.m.13New Braunfels PSG:Open Forum,Hill Country MHMR,511 North St.,

6 - 8 p.m.13Mom’s Night Out:Amorcito’s,2318 N.Loop 1604 West,7 p.m.14Floresville PSG:Contents ofthe IEP,Camino Real MHMR,540 10th St.,

Suite 100,6:30 - 7:30 p.m.27Dad’s Night Out:Grimaldi’s Pizza,15900 La Cantera,7 p.m.MAY3,10,17,24 - Playgroup Kinder Music:Music Arts Center Northwest,

12732 Cimarron Path,Ste.100,11 a.m.3San Antonio PSG:Special Needs Trusts,Coker UMC,231 E.North Loop Rd.,

Gibbs 1108,6:30 - 8:30 p.m.11New Braunfels PSG:Open Forum,Hill Country MHMR,511 North St.,

6 - 8 p.m.12Floresville PSG:The Top 10 Basics ofSpecial Ed.,Camino Real MHMR,

540 10th St.,Suite 100,6:30 - 7:30 p.m.15Annual DSA Picnic:Landa Park,New Braunfels,Pavilions 4 & 5,1 - 6 p.m.JUNE4Playgroup:San Antonio Zoo,3903 N.St.Mary’s,9 a.m.- 12 noon4Teen Club:Swimming & S’Mores,8036 Tradition Oak,Boerne,1 - 4 p.m.7San Antonio PSG:Overview ofMedicaid Waiver Programs,Coker UMC,

231 E.North Loop Rd.,Gibbs 1108,6:30 - 8:30 p.m.8New Braunfels PSG:Open Forum,Hill Country MHMR,511 North St.,

6 - 8 p.m.8Mom’s Night Out:La Fonda,2415 N.Main,7 p.m.9Floresville PSG:Summer Activities,Camino Real MHMR,540 10th St.,

Suite 100,6:30 - 7:30 p.m.11Audrey’s Day at the Beach:Rockport Beach Park,Rockport,TX,8:30 a.m.18Kid Connection:Bumper Bowling,Brunswick Bowl,4330 Thousand Oaks,

12 - 3 p.m.22Dad’s Night Out:Chris Madrid’s,1900 Blanco,7 p.m.