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From Socks to Smiles to Miles: March Madness at GiGi’s Playhouse Atlanta
March was bursting with energy, inclusion, and community spirit at GiGi’s Playhouse Atlanta, and we’re so excited to share the highlights! World Down Syndrome Day – A Day of Love, Awareness, and Support On March 21st, we joined the global celebration of World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) with joy, gratitude, and a whole lot of…
Read MoreInspiring Generosity
At GiGi’s Playhouse Atlanta, we witness countless acts of kindness and community spirit, but some stories stand out for their sheer encouraging impact. Today, we want to share the inspiring tale of young Zachary, a dedicated participant at GiGi’s Playhouse who recently had a Best of All moment that touched all our hearts.
Read MoreThe Ripple Effect in Full Force: A Tale of Community and Compassion
On April 12, we witnessed a beautiful example of the GiGi’s Playhouse ripple effect in action! It all started with a simple connection and blossomed into an extraordinary display of generosity and teamwork, underscoring the power of community spirit.
Read MoreWhy attend GiGi’s Educator Symposium: Teaching Strategies for Individuals with Down Syndrome?
(Reposted from GiGi’s Playhouse, Inc.) The GiGi’s Educator Symposium is FREE, VIRTUAL and INFORMATIVE! Are you interested in If you answered YES to any of these questions, GiGi’s Educator Symposium is for you! Click HERE for more information and to REGISTER Parents/Caregivers – please invite your teachers, therapists, paraprofessionals, and anyone else who teaches your loved one. …
Read MoreExpansion Update: Paint!
GiGi’s Atlanta has been honored with so many organizations and volunteers lending their expertise, time, and donations! This week we have been joined by the wonderful people at Graydaze Contracting to help with our painting needs! Their employees are not only donating the paint but their time and professionalism to get the job done right!…
Read MoreBest of All: JoJo
JoJo is the happiest 7 year old boy you will meet. He loves his family, playing at GiGi’s, and his tutor, Laara. They began working together at the beginning of the summer and they hit it off quickly. JoJo’s mom does an amazing job homeschooling him and works with Laara to help him learn to…
Read MoreGet Ready for a Seamless School Transition
As the school year wraps up, we have a few tips to help students have a smooth and seamless transition to the next grade. Have a great summer!
Read MoreVisitors from Nigeria!
GiGi’s Atlanta often has walk-in visitors to the Playhouse but today we had some exceptional guests! Tonye Faloughi-Ekezie and her sister walked in while on a US visit from Lagos, Nigeria. Tonye has a 7 year old daughter with Down syndrome named Simone. The arrival of Simone brought many questions from her family and friends…
Read MoreMyles speaks at the Capitol
On Monday, February 13, the public had the opportunity to speak to key legislators about the need for more NOW/COMP waivers and higher wages for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). While the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities is advocating for 2,400 new waiver slots, the governor has recommended only 150. Our Self Advocate Board Member, Myles…
Read MoreStudent Spotlight!
Meet Ruby! Ruby is currently in 6th grade and has attended Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School in Brookhaven for the past two years. After attending virtually last year, she has enjoyed being back at school with her teachers and friends. You may know her from our dance classes and (pre-Covid) Summer Camp! Ruby…
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