The Learning Program

The Learning Program offers The Learning Program™ - Online, with live and on-demand classes for parents and teachers. LP Online includes ten sessions per level, downloadable resources, periodic live FB Live demonstration videos, periodic live Zoom Q&A sessions, a private LP Online Facebook page, and opportunities for small group instructional support. It supports reading, comprehension, and math skills and is open to administrators, teachers, and therapists.

Programs

• The Learning Program™ - Orange County — preschool through 6th grade; roughly ages 3-6 for Level 1, 2nd or 3rd grade for Level 2, and 4th through 6th grade for Level 3
• The Learning Program™ - Online — preschool through 6th grade; roughly ages 3-6 for Level 1, 2nd or 3rd grade for Level 2, and 4th through 6th grade for Level 3 · Online classes for parents and teachers modeled on the face-to-face program. LP Online has ten sessions per level in live and on-demand formats and supports reading, comprehension, and math skills.
• The Learning Program™ - National — Train and mentor Learning Program partners across the United States.
• The Learning Program™ - Worldwide — Online learning communities and social networks providing worldwide education support.

At a glance

• Ages: 3–12 years old

About the provider

The Learning Program has 25+ years of service. Its mission is to serve people with Down syndrome by developing educational, social, and support programs delivered in partnership with individuals, families, professionals, and communities. It partners with families, educators, organizations, researchers, Down syndrome groups, and members of its community, and it also offers local and regional conferences, community awareness presentations, and advocacy and awareness activities.

The Learning Program Online sessions are geared towards parents but are open to administrators, teachers, and therapists. Participants can expect to spend 2-3 instructional hours per month and 2-5 direct teaching hours per week. The program is delivered in live and on-demand formats. The Learning Program calendar reflects face-to-face and online programming only.

What families say

“I'm LOVING the program. I get SO MUCH out of the webinars - advice, suggestions, ideas, hope, and encouragement. Thanks for what you are doing for us!!” — Sandy L.

“I think the online program is amazing! Our sessions are short but I have found them to be very effective. Z shows so much pride in himself when we finish each book and we give high fives! It makes this mommy very happy to watch her son love learning! Thank you for all you do to make this available to so many families.” — Stephanie L.

“The Learning Program has helped with my confidence as a parent to teach my child with Down syndrome. I feel like part of a large community of families who have children with Down syndrome. I love that I have materials to use with my child.” — Heather S.

Last updated October 8, 2026.