Educators
Local Organizations
Assistive Technology of Ohio | This organization assists Ohioans with disabilities learn about and acquire assistive technology, including computers, AAC devices, adaptive toys, and more.
Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence Disabilities (OCALI) | This organization develops and delivers training and assistance to educators in supporting students with IDD and other learning disabilities.
Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) | This organization serves families with children with disabilities in Ohio, along with providing resources and supports to educators of these children.
Columbus Speech and Hearing | This organization supports local families in receiving services to support students with disabilities. They also provide resources to navigate services like speech in schools.
National Organizations
National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC) | This organization provides information, advocacy, and support concerning all aspects of life for people with Down syndrome.
National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) | This organization is the leading human rights organization for all people with Down syndrome.
Down Syndrome Education USA | This organization supports families and educators in providing effective support, early intervention, and education to people with Down syndrome.
Council for Exceptional Children | This professional association of educators is dedicated to advancing the success of children with learning disabilities.
The ARC | This organization protects and promotes the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and supports inclusion throughout the lifespan.
American Speech and Hearing | This national organization ensures that all people with speech, hearing, and language disorders receive services to communicate effectively.
Wrightslaw | This site provides accurate information about special education law, education law, and advocacy for students with disabilities.
Classroom Support
Handwriting without Tears: uses multisensory, developmentally appropriate strategies to increase success with early writing skills.
Inclusion Rules Printable Resources | Dr. Paula Kluth has created a variety of downloadable activities and resources to increase inclusion in the classroom for all students.
Monarch Reader | This site has a collection of free, accessible books for students. There is also the option to create books using uploaded pictures and graphics.
NDSS Education Printable Resources | This site provides a variety of printable resources to help all students succeed in the classroom.
See and Learn | This evidence-based teaching program helps students with Down syndrome learn early language and reading skills. There are both printed and app versions of the curriculum.
Storytime with Evie – YouTube | These videos feature Evie and her mom reading stories about inclusion.
The Learning Program | This site has a variety of resources designed to support students with Down syndrome, including printable activities and links to additional resources.
Beyond the Classroom
Inclusive Playground at Blendon Woods Metro Park | The playground is gated and accessible for all students. Schools and organizations are able to reserve time to have the playground to themselves.
ThinkCollege | This national organization promotes and assists students with intellectual and developmental disabilities to attend college and post-graduate education opportunities.
