CHRISTIAN PUESCHEL MEMORIAL RESEARCH AWARD
Brian Skotko, M.D., M.P.P.
For pioneering research relating to delivery of diagnosis and the role of siblings in families
CHRISTIAN PUESCHEL MEMORIAL CITIZEN AWARD
Miriam Florez and Meredith Martin
For enhancing positive public awareness of Down syndrome through outstanding personal achievements.
EDUCATION AWARD
Cheryl Jorgensen, Ph.D.
For leadership and pioneering research to support the successful inclusion of students with Down syndrome
John Valore
For supporting inclusion in high school athletics
MERITORIOUS SERVICE AWARD
Judy Martz
With deep appreciation for selfless dedication to the NDSC and the families we serve
EXCEPTIONAL MERITORIOUS SERVICE AWARD
Joe Meares
For establishing and expanding D.A.D.S. throughout the country
NATIONAL MEDIA AWARD – PRINT
Jennifer Graf Groneberg
For Roadmap to Holland, a thoughtful reflection on a new parent’s journey
NATIONAL MEDIA AWARD – FILM
Will Schermerhorn
For expanding knowledge through videos such as Crossing Tahoe – A Swimmer’s Dream
Ilana Trachtman
For creating awareness and building bridges of understanding through the sensitive film Praying with Lior
NATIONAL PARENT GROUP AWARD
Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati
For creating the Friendship Network to enhance the lives of individuals with Down syndrome throughout the country
Mis Amigo de Sindrome de Down
For dedication to families in Puerto Rico and for leadership in bringing the “We’re More Alike” message to Spanish-speakers
THEODORE D. TJOSSEM MEMORIAL RESEARCH AWARD
Roger Reevers, Ph.D.
For significant research efforts to unlock the mysteries of the 21st chromosome
PRESIDENT’S AWARDS
Kathleen Marafino, J.D.
In appreciation for many years of dedicated service to the NDSC
Asplundh Foundation
For supporting the significant expansion of NDSC’s national awareness campaign
Kathryn Lynard Soper
For generosity in donating copies of Gifts to expand awareness among health care professionals
CONVENTION SUPPORT AWARD
Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress
With much appreciation for support and assistance with the 2008 Boston convention
NDSC BOARD SERVICE AWARDS
Siegfried Pueschel, M.D., Ph.D., J.D., M.P.H.
Meredith Martin
Judy Martz
Ann Vaughn
In appreciation for service to the National Down Syndrome Congress
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