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Life with an older brother with Down Syndrome
I grew up listening to all types of music because of my brother Clark who loves music. He is the reason why I do musical theater and where I got my love for music from. I would say a big part of who I am is because of Clark. He is a huge part of…
Read MoreThe Importance of Virtual Classes for Adults with I/DD
For 11 years, Pathways has been a place for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) to belong and thrive together, in-person! But we’ve had to adapt our program to a virtual setting since March of this year to protect our more vulnerable students from the Coronavirus. Our students can learn and connect with others…
Read MoreLifelong learners
At some point in your life, you have probably been stereotyped. If you’re tall, people ask, “did you play basketball?” If you wore glasses as a kid, you were a bookworm. But what if these stereotypes were overwhelmingly negative and continuous throughout your life? What if they were hurtful? What if they didn’t stop? A…
Read MoreLooking to God in Hard Times
Last week we hosted an online Bible study for our students. It was heartwarming seeing everyone from the safety of their homes smile as new friends joined our video chat. Our class covered Mark 4:35-40: That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, “Let us go over to the other side.” Leaving the…
Read MorePathways raises more than $81,000 for a new shuttle bus
Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of the Tulsa community, Pathways has raised more than $81,000 toward a new shuttle which will include a wheelchair lift. Anything raised above the final cost of the shuttle will help Pathways fund the addition of a third classroom with three more teacher positions this year. This success was made…
Read MoreCommunity Activities
After high school, time spent in the community is hard to find for adults with intellectual disabilities. There are limited resources and no one thing is the perfect fit for all individuals. At Pathways we make a point to provide a variety of community-based activities to allow students to give back, explore, and have fun.…
Read MoreStudent Art Featured at Summer Carnival
One of Eric’s favorite things do is draw. Eric always walks in carrying a sketch book, markers, and pens. During free time he likes to sit in the back of the room drawing what he sees. His friends worshiping or participating in Bible study, others reading independently, and some chatting in a small group next…
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