Blind state supreme court justice has “passion to do the right thing”
Justice Richard Bernstein uses his role on the Michigan Supreme Court not only to advocate for the rights of disabled individuals like himself,… Read More
Bodybuilder with Down syndrome works it out
Jonathan overcomes the physical and mental limitations of Down syndrome to pursue his passion for bodybuilding. Produced by Darius Jones, Shakinah Johnson and… Read More
Program helps special needs graduates transition into adulthood
Beaverton School District’s Community Transition Program helps special needs students prepare for life after high school by teaching job, interview and money management… Read More
Bridging the divide between special and general education
The Best Buddies program at Jackson Creek Middle School in Indiana brings together students in the special needs program and general education for fun… Read More
Music education offers outlet for student with special needs
Middle school band practice gives special needs student Brandon an opportunity to expand his social skills by interacting with classmates while also gaining self-confidence… Read More
Music teacher recovers from brain tumor
Emily Zmoda rebuilds a life full of music, community and activity after a brain tumor left her paralyzed on the left side of… Read More
Deaf athletes gain confidence on the basketball court
Playing basketball at the Tennessee School for the Deaf comes with unique challenges, but the triumphs are just like those experienced by athletes anywhere. Read More
Channel Islands pygmy mammoth skull could provide insight into evolution of species
Archaeologists recently uncovered a pygmy mammoth skull on Santa Rosa Island in Channel Islands National Park that could answer questions about how the… Read More
Special needs students learn sales skills in school store
Special education students at Desert Pines High School in Nevada work in their school store selling snacks to learn job skills they can… Read More
West Virginia searches for alternatives as coal mines close
Coal provided a comfortable living for generations of the King family and others like them in West Virginia. Mine closures in recent years have… Read More