For my family, the KDSP Carnival is the highlight of our year. We haven’t missed a single one. Watching Fasiha light up at the games and activities brings us so much joy. Fasiha’s younger siblings also love the storytelling and Bobbles show, while my daughters enjoy volunteering. For my husband and me, it’s a chance to meet other parents with children with disabilities and feel part of a bigger community. Seeing the carnival grow over the years fills us with pride and each one gives us memories we’ll always cherish.

When Fasiha was first diagnosed, I was full of worry. Finding KDSP changed everything. Through therapies, the Tailored Assistance Program (TAP) classes and her amazing teachers, she has grown into a confident 11-year-old with stronger communication, academics and behavior than I ever imagined. But KDSP has also changed my life, I’ve learned how to better support my child, built friendships I treasure, and found comfort and purpose as a Humrahi. Fasiha has opened doors to experiences and relationships I never expected and for that I’ll always be grateful.

Shumaila Farhan (Fasiha’s Mother)