Family Updates for Ages 13-17

Don’t forget to check out the DSL Calendar for info on all upcoming fun!

2024 Gallop Gala Recap

Thanks again for your support!

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DSL Teen Prom: A Night Under the Stars

Join us for a "Semi-formal" night of fun!

-Snacks and refreshments will be provided

-Admission is $5 per attendee

“What is Semi-formal”

RSVP below

Questions? Email John

RSVP Here

Get to know your DSL family!

Saturday, May 18th from 11a-2p

DSL is currently shopping main entree options, if you or someone you know in the service industry is interested in donating, please email John

Sides / Desserts / Misc. Pot-Luck Dishes are encouraged to be brought by DSL guests.

RSVP Here!

Member Golf Signup

Monday, June 3rd

Questions? Email John or email Karen

Member RSVP Here

May Summer Movie - Shrek

Wednesday, May 15th at 7pm

Summer Movie Series at the Barn Theatre: 8805 Cedar Creek Rd Louisville, KY 40291

50 seats available, park in the lawn, movie promptly begins at 7p

Popcorn, pretzels, and water provided

The theater is on the second floor with only stair access.

Questions? Email John

RSVP Here

A day of fun thanks to Francis Parker's 8th Graders!

Snacks, play, karaoke, and so much more

Questions? Email Susan T

RSVP Here

Support your DSL family!

There's no business too big or too small!

We’re looking to build an index of trusted DSL family businesses on our website.

It does not need to be a “Mom & Pop” or independent business to be submitted. Our goal is to promote DSL families from within.

Questions? Email John

Submit Your Info

Teen Club Returns!

April 25th - May 23rd

4-5p at Down Syndrome Louisville main building

Questions? Email Susan

RSVP Here!

Friday, August 9th

Dinner and a show

DSL has only reserved 50 tickets, so these are on a first come first serve basis.

Questions? Email John

Get Your Tickets Here!

Friday, December 20th

These tickets go FAST!

DSL has only reserved 50 tickets, so these are on a first come first serve basis.

Questions? Email John

Get Your Tickets Here!

SEE Registration Now Open!

Summer will be here before you know it!

Learn More and Register!

Boogie Down Crew

Practices & Performances

Important Dates

No Practice April 25 and May 2nd

-May 11th – BDC Performance  – Team Lucas & Levi Car Show @ Mega Caverns – Arrive at 11:30 and perform at noon – READ THE FLYER

-May 11th – BDC Performance – Derby City Distillers Basketball Game halftime performance – Game starts at 7p

-May 26th – BDC Performance – Mindfest at Roots 101 – Arrive by 12:30 w/ performance at 12:45 – READ THE FLYER

-May 28th – JCPS ECE Meeting – Performance at 1pm – TBD

Follow the link below for more info on the BDC Page

Questions? Email John!

Learn more about BDC!

We need your help!

It's only 2 minutes, promise!

Click Here for the Survey!

Share Your Insight!

Just a moment to help others!

Please help other JCPS families as they transition from elementary to middle school by completing this form and telling us about your child’s middle school experience!

Middle School in JCPS Survey

Join the 'Mom's on Break Book Club'

Enjoy a night off and great conversation!

DSL Moms to enjoy a monthly book club along with dinners, drinks, and all sorts of conversations!

This is organized by DSL families, not DSL Staff.

Join the Facebook Group!

Get Involved:

Get the DSL App Today!

We are so excited to launch our new app for our families, friends & supporters.

Downloading the App:

Click here for App Support

Join NDSS on Capitol Hill for World Down Syndrome Day!

Calling all advocates!

The National Down Syndrome Society is headed back to Capitol Hill on World Down Syndrome Day, March 21, 2024, for our Down Syndrome Advocacy Conference!

If you are interested and need financial assistance to attend, please reach out to JulieT@dsoflou.org.

Click Here to Learn More!

Join the Mary Carter Legacy Society

Our founder, Mary Carter, left a legacy of potential for people with Down Syndrome.

The Mary Carter Legacy Society is a group of devoted supporters who are investing in the future of individuals with Down Syndrome by including DSL in their estate plans.

Learn more about how you can leave a legacy of compassion by clicking the button below:

Join the Mary Carter Legacy Society

Teen Age News & Stories

WDSD Spotlight – Meet Sammy


March 6, 2022

DS Awareness Month Spotlight – Meet Aiste!


October 26, 2021

DS Awareness Month Spotlight – Meet Cole!


October 23, 2021

DS Awareness Month Spotlight – Meet Treasure!


October 18, 2021

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