Arc Baltimore Honors Jasmine Gorss for School Inclusion Efforts

The Arc Baltimore presented its annual School Inclusion Award to Jasmine Gorss, a teaching assistant with Baltimore County Public Schools, during its 2022 Annual Meeting and Awards Reception.

The School Inclusion Award is given to a teacher, administrator, support personnel, or other education professional who has demonstrated excellence in providing quality educational opportunities for students with developmental disabilities in Baltimore City or Baltimore County. The winner reflects and supports inclusive education that integrates students with developmental disabilities into the larger school environment and among all students.

Gorss was honored for going above and beyond to meet each of her student's needs. She displays understanding and commitment to every student she supports, and provides each student who needs it with assistive technology to understand their lesson plans and tools to meet their IEP goals. Gorss is passionate about servicing the needs of her students and recently went back to school for her degree in special education.

The Arc Baltimore’s Annual Meeting and Awards Reception recognizes those who have gone above and beyond in their service to The Arc, from community partners and volunteers to supported individuals and staff members. The 2022 Annual Meeting included award recognitions for Volunteer Service, Foster Care Excellence, and Self-Advocacy, among others. In addition, The Arc Baltimore’s new board of directors and officers were elected during the Annual Meeting.

The Arc Baltimore supports people with developmental disabilities (autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, intellectual disability) to lead fulfilling lives with a sense of belonging, purpose, and meaningful relationships. The Arc provides employment training and support, day and residential services, family support and education, treatment foster care, respite care, public policy advocacy, and information and referrals. For more information, visit www.thearcbaltimore.org, email contactus@thearcbaltimore.org, or call 410-296-2272