Nov 12 2008
Man with Down syndrome receives his Eagle Scout Rank
The Boy Scouts of America have a great program for boys from 5 years old and up to learn important “boy things” and earn badges along the way.
When I was a kid, my brother was a cub scout and my parents were the leaders. I was a total tom-boy growing up and wanted to do everything that my big brother did! So, unofficially, I earned all those great badges and could recite the Cub Scout Promise with my eyes closed! My two oldest sons were in Cub Scouts for several years and enjoyed it thoroughly.
Most do not make it past Cub Scout. If they do, they make it to Webelos, and later, Boy Scout. Most lose interest by their pre-teen years. But, if they continue, and work hard they can eventually earn the rank of Eagle Scout. There are few that make it that far, but for those who do, it is a great accomplishment!
Matthew McClain has just earned this distinguished rank. He is 41 years old, and he has Down syndrome.
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