Posts Tagged ‘Down syndrome’
Volunteer Spotlight: Jenny Popova
Purposeful Programming: How do we do it? GiGi’s provides purposeful programming for all ages. We have an amazing team of highly qualified and passionate volunteers who lead our programs. Our spotlight this month is on Jenny Popova, an occupational therapist (OT) who runs several programs for GiGi’s Playhouse Chicago. Jessica, our playhouse intern, recently…
Read MoreNew Windows, New Playhouse
Shalimar Beekman, an award-winning Chicago photographer who specializes in children’s photography, recently took the photos for our new windows. She spent over seven hours photographing twenty-four individuals! Because Shalimar prefers to use natural light when possible, she took the photos in her amazing light-filled loft. We are so grateful to Shalimar for opening her studio…
Read More#learningtips : learners with Down syndrome
six tips to help learners with down syndrome be their #bestofall. Our friends at gigi’s playhouse quad cities originally shared this post. Children with Down syndrome are capable learners, excited and eager to learn. They just need to be given the opportunity to excel! Though these students may learn at a slower pace, they are more…
Read MoreThe GiGi’s Impact- A Volunteer’s Story of Connecting Through Down syndrome
We recently received an email from a past volunteer, sharing a recent experience she had! Read her story below: Amy’s Story “My name is Amy and I volunteered with your team a few years ago. I was with reading and math tutoring and with the teen drama performances. I currently work as an occupational therapist…
Read MoreGiGi’s Chicago Expands, Needs YOUR help!
Our build-out is on track and our new 2,600 square foot playhouse will be ready to re-open in 4-6 weeks! In two weeks, our contractor will be ready to work on installing plumbing and electrical fixtures. We NEED YOUR HELP! We have created a new WISH LIST and are hoping you can help! Do you…
Read MoreGiGi’s Chicago is event heavy, rolling in to the holiday season!
Here’s what’s happening the rest of November… November 24: It’s A Playhouse Puppet Show! Mark your calendars for November 24 from 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.Playhouse dad Chris Krawczyk and his business partner, Bob Anderson, of Puppet Possibilities will lead a puppet-filled hour that will include a 10-minute-long, music-based show using your favorite songs from the 60’s in a multi-sensory experience. After the…
Read More10 things teachers should know about Down syndrome
As a mom to two girls with Down syndrome, I had two successful parent/teacher conferences this week which is a huge win in our house! They are thriving in their school settings! Polly is in first grade, and fully included in our neighborhood school with a full-time aid. Evangeline, who is six years old, is…
Read MoreTeens with Down syndrome perform The Wizard of Oz at GiGi’s Playhouse Chicago!
Teens with Down syndrome perform The Wizard of Oz at GiGi’s Playhouse Chicago! Wow. Our Teen Drama Troupe has done it again. After months of rehearsal, the troupe staged not only their first musical, but their first run of multiple shows … to great success! Playing to packed houses on both Saturday, the 15th, and Sunday the…
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