Bright Beginnings is a National Down Syndrome organization
As parents we want everything for our children because we love them and know that they deserve the very best. When our children have opportunities that help build their self-esteem and garner respect it makes their life more fulfilled and enjoyable. Bright Beginnings National Down Syndrome Organization wants to build a foundation for our kids that let's them know they are highly valued and the opportunities for them are without limits. This is a new time for learning and thriving and it's our job to take advantage of this wonderful progress. Research has shown us that children can learn as much as we are willing to teach them. Some of our children learn faster than others but they all still learn. Bright Beginnings is dedicated to discovering new and innovative ways of teaching our children through interaction and inclusion and looks forward to sharing this information with all of you. Our commitment to inclusion in all things that we do is for the enhanced development of our children and ourselves. By joining us at Bright Beginnings today you are opening up the door of opportunity for the entire family.
Mission
- To educate, advocate and inform parents of children with Autism and/or Down Syndrome in DeKalb, Rockdale and Gwinnett counties, in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.A.
Vision
- Bright Beginnings provides public awareness to encourage a more inclusive world and better understanding of Autism and Down Syndrome, its obstacles disabilities, its issues and its possibilities!
What we do
Bright Beginnings provides...
Social gatherings for individuals, families and friends to get acquainted and talk about their love and goals for their children with others in similar circumstances through meetings, seminars, classes, workshops and conferences.
Social gatherings for individuals with Autism, Down Syndrome and other disabilities; their families so that they may enjoy fellowship and interact with their peers. Activities include, but are not limited to: Library (James T. Lewis), a media center (Dianne Peck Peterson), Dad's Grill, New Parent Seminar(s), Easter Egg Hunt, Tennis Clinic(s), Book Drive(s), Mom's Brunch, Family Bowling, Harvest Bash and the Holiday Gala. A quarterly newsletter covering up-to-date information, advocacy issues, concerns and education information about disabilities.
A website covering up-to-date information about schools, legislative, education and educational software & hardware and local issues concerning people with disabilities. A collection of resources with helpful information for new parents, single parents, grandparents or anyone requesting information on Autism and Down Syndrome as well as other disabilities. We provide a blog for comments and up to date interaction and a Facebook page.
For more information about Bright Beginnings, Inc.to request membership or volunteer please contact us at [email protected] or [email protected]
Social gatherings for individuals, families and friends to get acquainted and talk about their love and goals for their children with others in similar circumstances through meetings, seminars, classes, workshops and conferences.
Social gatherings for individuals with Autism, Down Syndrome and other disabilities; their families so that they may enjoy fellowship and interact with their peers. Activities include, but are not limited to: Library (James T. Lewis), a media center (Dianne Peck Peterson), Dad's Grill, New Parent Seminar(s), Easter Egg Hunt, Tennis Clinic(s), Book Drive(s), Mom's Brunch, Family Bowling, Harvest Bash and the Holiday Gala. A quarterly newsletter covering up-to-date information, advocacy issues, concerns and education information about disabilities.
A website covering up-to-date information about schools, legislative, education and educational software & hardware and local issues concerning people with disabilities. A collection of resources with helpful information for new parents, single parents, grandparents or anyone requesting information on Autism and Down Syndrome as well as other disabilities. We provide a blog for comments and up to date interaction and a Facebook page.
For more information about Bright Beginnings, Inc.to request membership or volunteer please contact us at [email protected] or [email protected]
How we do it
Bright Beginnings invites anyone in the community to become a member and support the mission and goals of Bright Beginnings. Membership starts with a small annual donation of membersThese rules will help the members develop a sense of trust ad allow the group to more easily share their feelings and experiences. The group should ensure that:
- All information about the members and discussions within the group is kept confidential.
- Members of the group listen and support each other without criticizing or making judgments.
- Each member is respected and all are made to feel equal in the group.
- Each member has a chance to speak if he/she wishes.
- Each member's situation is respected. What is right for one person may not be right for another.
- The rules are subject to change as the group evolves.
Bright Beginnings Officers for 2016
Board of Directors
Executive Director & Co-Founder - Lisa Lewis Peck
President & Co-Founder - Fred Peck
Vice President Technical & Social Media - Lacy Lewis & Stephanie Moses
Executive Assistant - Nakia Lewis
Director of Photography - Louisa McCullough
Director Bi-lingual Communications - Dannette Cruz
Volunteer Coordinators - Vickie Stevens
Bookkeeper - Vickie Ramsey
Grant Writers -
Innovator: Fred L. Peck II
Advisory Committee
Fred L. Peck I (Parent)
Neil H. Lewis II - Administrator for Special Needs children in public school
Vickie Stevens - Parent
Deidre Green - Parent
Felicia Jackson Lewis - Parent
Pamela Lewis - High School Special Education Teacher (NY) and author of the book " Teaching While Black"
Past Advisory Committee Member(s)
James T Lewis - Retired Business Owner, father, and advocate for children with disabilities
Richard "Dick" Lewis (retired RN)
Chaffin - Business Owner (Ebony Arts Gallery)
Sheryl Lamb-Brown (RN)
Ardena Shankar (Ph.D)
Nathaniel Smith - Director of Fundraising Emory University Hospital
Executive Director & Co-Founder - Lisa Lewis Peck
President & Co-Founder - Fred Peck
Vice President Technical & Social Media - Lacy Lewis & Stephanie Moses
Executive Assistant - Nakia Lewis
Director of Photography - Louisa McCullough
Director Bi-lingual Communications - Dannette Cruz
Volunteer Coordinators - Vickie Stevens
Bookkeeper - Vickie Ramsey
Grant Writers -
Innovator: Fred L. Peck II
Advisory Committee
Fred L. Peck I (Parent)
Neil H. Lewis II - Administrator for Special Needs children in public school
Vickie Stevens - Parent
Deidre Green - Parent
Felicia Jackson Lewis - Parent
Pamela Lewis - High School Special Education Teacher (NY) and author of the book " Teaching While Black"
Past Advisory Committee Member(s)
James T Lewis - Retired Business Owner, father, and advocate for children with disabilities
Richard "Dick" Lewis (retired RN)
Chaffin - Business Owner (Ebony Arts Gallery)
Sheryl Lamb-Brown (RN)
Ardena Shankar (Ph.D)
Nathaniel Smith - Director of Fundraising Emory University Hospital
