Erie, PA (March 20, 2025) - World Down Syndrome Day is observed annually on March 21 to raise awareness about Down syndrome, promote inclusion, and advocate for the rights of individuals with the condition. The day, March 21, symbolizes the uniqueness of Down syndrome, as it represents the three copies of chromosome 21 that people with Down syndrome have instead of the usual two. In honor of Read Across America Week, celebrity readers from across the community visited the Elizabeth Lee Black School to read to students. Erie, PA (Jan. 23, 2025) - National School Choice Week 2025 kicks off on Sunday, January 26, 2025. Erie, PA (Nov. 13, 2024) - The journey toward possible canonization for Erie’s Dr. Gertrude Barber took an important step forward on Tuesday, Nov. 12, when members of the United States Catholic Conference of Bishops (USCCB) voted to advance her cause for sainthood.
Step-Up for Down Syndrome: Celebrate With Colorful Socks
Posted on March 20th, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Students and Staff Celebrate Read Across America Week
Posted on March 7th, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Elizabeth Lee Black School Celebrates National School Choice Week
Posted on January 23rd, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Dr. Gertrude A. Barber Canonization Advances at U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops
Posted on November 14th, 2024 at 2:22 PM
