El Paso Special Needs Education Center - Every Little Blessing Preschool is celebrating our students with Down syndrome with the entire world! The date 3/21 represents the third copy of the 21st chromosome that makes Down syndrome unique. Help us raise funds for our school and celebrate the great individuals we call our little blessings!

Fast Facts

Down syndrome occurs in every population around the world
Down syndrome occurs in about 15 live births per year in El Paso, Texas
There are 3 types of Down syndrome - Trisomy 21, Translocation, and Mosaic
People with Down syndrome are more like you than they are different; they want to fit in, have friends, and be independent
People with Down syndrome are impressively visual so anytime you can provide a hand gesture, picture, or video that will help them process understanding faster - that is also why they are good readers!
People with Down syndrome can lead fulfilling and productive lives when they have a stimulating home environment, quality educational programs, and positive support from their families and community

World Down Syndrome Day

By El Paso Special Needs Education Center

World Down Syndrome Day

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