Rion Holcombe’s Special Holiday Letter from Clemson University

Rion Holcombe is a special guy. Not because he suffers from Down syndrome, but because he received a special letter from Clemson University.

In the letter, Clemson is congratulating Rion on his acceptance to the university's LIFE program of study. It takes Rion some time to fully grasp what has just happened, but once he does, his expression of joy is completely awesome.

The Clemson University LIFE Program, "is designed for students with intellectual disabilities who desire a postsecondary experience on a college campus."

I have to give a high-five to both Rion and his parents. It takes a lot to raise a child, especially one with developmental disabilities. To see that child go to college has to be one of the most rewarding things anyone could ever experience.

[Clemson University]