LuMind Research Down Syndrome Foundation – 2013 DSRTF Benefit
Auction Ends: Oct 29, 2013 10:00 PM EDT

Educational

So Happy To Learn, with Terry Brown

Item Number
147
Estimated Value
Priceless
Sold
100 USD to Live Event Bidder

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Item Description

Mrs. Brown is an award-winning educational innovator specializing in the teaching of reading and writing to children with Down syndrome and those with unique learning styles. 

Through an environment dedicated to nurturing special learners, Mrs. Brown has masterfully blended the techniques of Patricia Oelwein and her 1995 publication, Teaching Reading to Children with Down Syndrome, with years of thoughtful face-to-face interaction to create a success oriented reading and writing program that has opened doors and elevated expectations in the world of Down syndrome education. 

In recognition of her successes, Mrs. Brown was named Down Syndrome Association of Orange County's Educator of the Year in 2001.

You can learn more about Mrs. Brown through her website, www.sohappytolearn.com.

 

 “As a certificated teacher… I have attended several classes and training courses to prepare me for my position.  However, I have found Terry Brown's program to be the most beneficial conference I have ever attended.”  Christina C. Barron - Special Education Teacher

 

“Terry's innate ability to teach to the whole child and draw out learning is impressive as is her ability to seek out new techniques and successfully incorporate them into a program where children get results in a loving and heart warming environment.”  Gloria Kuhs, Brain Body Connections, Licensed Brain Gym(R) Instructorand Consultant

 

 “She empowers her students with a love of learning and the confidence to grow.”   Retta Slay, Santa Barbara, CA


“Terry Brown’s unique teaching style reaches her students with ease and substance…” Gail Williamson, Executive Director, DSALA

Item Special Note

This lot includes a 90 minute consultation with Mrs. Brown that is ideal for students age 4 1/2 and up.  Consultation includes a box of "So Happy To Learn" materials to enable the parent to apply and duplicate Mrs. Brown's methods in his/her home.  After the consultation, there will be ample opportunity to dialogue and/or expand on anything relevant to the subjects covered during this session.

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