

| Down Syndrome Network of Pinellas a.k.a.Up With Downs of Pinellas |
| The information on this web-site is provided for your information only. We receive a large number of items on a regular basis and make them available as a way to share information. This is not a recommendation. As a rule, Up With Downs of Pinellas will not lend its name to the endorsement of any specific program, practice, or model that is offered for service to people with Down syndrome or related disabilities. This policy does not imply that Up With Downs of Pinellas refrains from sharing any knowledge or personal experiences. The sharing of information, training, and the development of recommendations are key functions of keeping our constituents as informed as possible in all areas of interest to our Down syndrome community. |
| A shared purpose combined with a positive attitude becomes an unstoppable force. |
| OUR MISSION Up With Downs of Pinellas aims to be a support network, advocating for the acceptance and understanding that allows individuals with Down syndrome to achieve the same level of access and opportunity as their typical peers. |
| We invite you to join us and to share the good news about Down syndrome! |
| We come together to exchange ideas, network and empower each other. |
| Up With Downs of Pinellas is a non-profit organization and an affiliate of both the National Down Syndrome Society & National Down Syndrome Congress. We rely solely on donations, fund-raisers and the generosity of our friends, to continue this important and meaningful work for the community. |
| Mark Your Calendar! April 18th 7PM to 9PM Teens In Motion Dance Party Ages 13-22 City of Largo Highland Recreation Complex 400 Highland Avenue - Largo, FL 33770 $2 per teen Snacks and Drinks will be provided! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL?!?!?! The Tampa Bay Public Safety Charity and the Tampa Bay Sentinels are partnering with Up With Downs Of Pinellas for their 2009 season. A portion of the proceeds raised from the Sentinels home games will be donated to Up With Downs at the end of their season. The TBPSC and The Sentinels will also be participating in the 6th Annual Tampa Bay Area Buddy Walk held at Largo Central Park on October 10, 2009. The Sentinels kick off the 2009 season against the Tampa Comets on 2/14/09 at 4 pm at Tarpon Springs High School (additional game dates on the event page). $5 General Admission - Kids 13 and under get in for free. Don't forget to bring a non-perishable food items for raffle tickets and a chance to win prizes. The Tampa Bay Sentinels football team operates under the direction of the Tampa Bay Public Safety Charity Inc. (TBPSC) as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. To be eligible to participate in the NPSFL games, one must be a Law Enforcement Officer, Firefighter, Corrections Officer, Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic, Probation/Parole Officer or active-duty military in a related public safety career field. The Sentinels football team is represented by approximately 19 different Tampa Bay area public safety agencies. For additional information on this great organization check out their website at http://www.tampabaysentinels.org/ |


| OUR GOAL Up With Downs of Pinellas strives to provide families of children with Down syndrome and the professional community, opportunities to network. This is accomplished through newsletters, social opportunities, events and gatherings as well as maintaining open communication with the school system and medical professionals. If we can be of service to you or your organization please call us at 727-462-2274. |
| Thank you to our 2008 Buddy Walk sponsors! |


