Congratulations to our Award Winners for 2012!
National Media Award — KRQE/KASA TV - Albuquerque, NM
For creating positive awareness of adults with Down syndrome by accurately sharing one man’s story in “Tim’s Place: A Dream Followed”
Education Award — Patti McVay, Denver, CO
For advancing inclusionary practices and equal opportunities for students with Down syndrome
Christian Pueschel Memorial Research Award — Mary Lou Oster-Granite, Greenbelt, MD
For your significant research efforts and commitment to advancing our understanding of persons with Down syndrome
Christian Pueschel Memorial Citizen Award — Michael Cardella, Greenwich, NY
For enhancing positive public awareness of Down syndrome through advocacy and active community involvement
Theodore D. Tjossem Research Award — Wayne Silverman, Baltimore, MD
In appreciation of your work to improve lives through research on the psychological and biomedical aspects of aging among adults with Down syndrome
Exceptional Meritorious Service Award – Sahira Mustafa, Baghdad, Iraq
With deep appreciation for your tireless devotion to children with Down syndrome and their families in Iraq and beyond
NDSC Service Award — David and Debbie Hipps, McDonough, GA
With deep appreciation for long standing dedication to the NDSC and the self advocates we serve
National Parent Group Award — Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio, Columbus, OH
In appreciation of your programs celebrating the diversity, value and abilities of people with Down syndrome
Convention Service Award — Chesapeake DS Parent Group, DSA of Delaware, DSA of Greater Richmond, DSA of Northern Virginia, DS Network of Montgomery County, FRIENDS of Frederick County
In appreciation of your outstanding support of of the 2012 NDSC Convention
Employer of the Year Award — Wegman’s, Rochester, NY
For creating and maintaining quality employment opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome
President’s Award — Down Country, A Rural Awareness and Education Initiative, Taylor, MO
In appreciation of your outstanding achievements in rural support, training, education and outreach
President’s Award — Serena Lowe, Washington DC
In appreciation of your support of, and advocacy for, people with Down syndrome and other disabilities
Board Service Award — Jessica Green, Indianapolis IN
In appreciation for service to the NDSC
