Kennedy Krieger Institute Recognized Four Awardees at Annual Society Reception for Their Generous Contributions and Service to the Institute

The event honored four distinguished individuals and community partners whose leadership, advocacy, and service have advanced Kennedy Krieger’s mission.

A Legacy of Miles, Generosity, and Impact

For three decades, Jay Culotta has demonstrated the extraordinary power of one person’s commitment to a cause. Through Run for Hannah, a peer-to-peer fundraising effort inspired by his daughter, Hannah Rose, Jay transformed a single marathon into a remarkable community movement, rallying hundreds of supporters on behalf of individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

New Driving Simulator Helps Restore Independence for Spinal Cord Injury Patients at Kennedy Krieger

The International Center for Spinal Cord Injury (ICSCI) at Kennedy Krieger Institute has received a generous grant from the Samuel and Margaret Gorn Foundation to purchase a driving simulator aimed at helping individuals with spinal cord injuries regain independence. 

Restoring Motion, Rebuilding Hope

A rare spinal cord condition suddenly made it difficult for Glenn to move his left leg. At Kennedy Krieger, he received the care he needed to get up and running again.

Happy 5th Anniversary to 'Your Child's Brain' Podcast

On this month’s episode of Your Child’s Brain, we mark the fifth anniversary of the podcast. Dr. Ali Fatemi, Kennedy Krieger’s chief medical officer, joins host Dr. Brad Schlaggar to celebrate and reflect on these past five years.

Director’s Message

Hello, readers! July is here, bringing longer days, warmer weather and a chance to pause and recharge. We invite you to learn about what has been happening at the Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities (MCDD) and Kennedy Krieger Institute, as well as in the broader community.

Special Announcements

The MCDD is pleased to share special announcements featuring new board appointees, a new teammate, a continuing education announcement, and recognition of a retiring colleague whose dedication and service have made a lasting impact on the MCDD community.

The Next Chapter for People On the Go Maryland

People On the Go Maryland (POG) began in 1989 as a grassroots movement that grew out of The Arc Maryland’s statewide advocacy efforts. From the beginning, POG was led by people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who wanted to create a stronger voice for inclusion, equality and leadership across Maryland. In 2013, the organization partnered with the MCDD, and Kennedy Krieger became its fiscal and administrative sponsor. POG attained 501(c)(3) status in 2024, allowing it to become an independent organization.

Supporting Wicomico County Public Schools Through the Maryland Elevates Grant

In fiscal year 2024, the MCDD successfully submitted a grant application for funding through the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), Division of Special Education, Maryland Elevates Grant Program. The funds are being used to support special education and related services in Wicomico County.