Eighty-four fifth graders at Macedon Elementary School participated in a full day of disability awareness activities on May 13, 2009. Students had the opportunity to navigate a wheelchair obstacle course, try out adaptive equipment, and participate in exercises designed to increase their understanding of what it is like to live with a disability. The day concluded with an interactive drumming performance by Matt Giordano, a talented local musician who has Tourette syndrome.

The Advocacy Center worked in collaboration with the Parent Teacher Organization and staff at Macedon to organize the event.  

For more information about disability awareness, contact Colleen Brown at The Advocacy Center at (585) 546-1700 ext. 267.