There are over 450,000 individuals with Down syndrome living in the U.S. and every 1 in 691 live births result in a Down syndrome diagnosis. This can be a challenging and scary experience for parents, but Gigi’s Playhouse was created to change the way the world views this diagnosis and send a global message of acceptance for all.
My husband was Officer Joseph Dan Adams who worked for Lehi Police Department and was killed in the line of duty in 2001. Kenny was and continues to be a true friend to our family through acts of service.
The streets of Salt Lake City will be opening up for a huge party to celebrate our community! Open Streets Salt Lake City is temporarily closing a few downtown streets to traffic and opening them to people, so you can walk, jog, bike, rollerblade, and dance through the streets lined with activities for your family to enjoy.
My son was really struggling his first semester in 7th grade, and Mr. Hunter was able to inspire him to improve and became a real role model for him. I appreciated that he didn't really make it easier for my son, instead he helped him rise to the challenge and get back on track.
Imagine your nightly routine; the kids have brushed their teeth, gotten their pajamas on, and now it’s time to slip into bed, under the covers. Now imagine the same nightly routine, but you tuck them in under a blanket on the floor instead. Children deserve a safe, comfortable place to lay their heads, but this is not available to every family. This is where Sleep in Heavenly Peace comes in, to provide beds, so that no child has to sleep on the floor.
Officer Dingman was on vacation in Hawaii when an elderly female on his Pearl Harbor tour collapsed. OFficer Dingman performed CPR on the female until EMS could arrive.
SALT LAKE CITY- Police say a suspect is in “extremely critical condition” after a shooting today outside a home near 1100 East and Princeton Avenue. The Salt Lake Police Department say around 12:15 p.m. officers were dispatched to a home in the area of 1100 and Princeton Ave. on report of a domestic situation. […]
"Last Christmas our 6 year old was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. Since that time, Mrs. Moore has ensured that my son is following his medical plan. She helps him test every day, and has educated herself on how to help him test and give himself insulin."
Utah has one of the highest rates of Autism in the nation. Nearly 1 of every 58 children born in Utah is on the autism spectrum, that’s 13 percent higher than the national average. The vast majority of services and resources are directed toward supporting children, but many adults on the spectrum struggle to get the support they need to lead successful and independent lives.
"My entire thought process was (to) get this guy stopped any way I can," Utah County sheriff's deputy Justin Mortensen said Thursday, adding he had been told the suspect was likely armed.
Jo Ann truly goes the extra mile to facilitate learning through many modalities specific to each student. She spends hours of her own time preparing materials and meeting the needs of students in other classes as well.
Read. Graduate. Succeed. is an AmeriCorps program that organizes volunteers to help students who are starting to fall behind in reading. Volunteer tutors support regular classroom instruction with a structured practice called the Student Tutoring Achievement for Reading or STAR program. STAR was developed by the Utah State Office of Education based on researched principles. Students quickly become stellar readers with individual attention and structured practice.
When a snow plow covered 80-year-old Marian Haws's driveway with snow, she could only think to call 911. That's when officer Lautaha arrived on scene, and cleared the snow himself.
Mrs. Crockett is an outstanding kindergarten teacher, and has made an incredible impact in the life of our son, James. He believes in himself now, and we couldn't be more grateful.
In 1985, 17 people living with AIDS were reported in Utah and the state was unprepared to address the HIV/AIDS issue. Today, the Utah AIDS Foundation reaches over 30,000 people each year through early education and prevention efforts with their committed corps of volunteers.
Since the beginning of the year, Ms. Findlay has been in contact and working with us to do what she can to help our (autistic) son...I already think teachers are heroes, but Ms. Findlay is a SUPERHERO!
Words from the War is dedicated to helping soldiers, veterans and their family members strengthen communication and learn to express their experiences through writing. Participants learn how to channel their ideas and begin the writing process that provides a cathartic and meaningful experience.
Camp Kesem at BYU supports children through and beyond their parent’s cancer. They are a part of the largest national organization dedicated to this unique population – supporting children with innovative, fun-filled programs that foster a lasting community.
This recent Christmas Detective Openshaw came across a family that was going to be without gifts. He and his family worked extra hard to provide Christmas for themselves and the family in need.
