Luke, sometimes called Lukey, is extremely outgoing, tough, and athletic. He enjoys playing sports, being outside, and playing Minecraft. A smile is always on his face when he is around his big brother, Harker and cousins Lily and Hudson. Luke is known for singing and dancing at his community’s annual Stargazers Camp talent show. From performing a one-man rock show, to making complete strangers smile, his intentions are pure and wholehearted.

 

Luke has a diagnosis of Down syndrome and Perthes disease, a rare condition that affects the hip. He expresses pride when speaking about his school, teachers, and friends. He is working on advocating for himself and asks others to listen and give him time to speak. He uses his calming tools and even reminds his family to use theirs. His mom says, “Luke is loving, the kind of kid who will yell from the other room: “Hey Mom…I love you.” He will walk into the kitchen and say “I love my family.” What more could we ask for?”