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Daughter with down syndrome graduate from top college, proud dad share news

In one of the heartwarming posts, father of a girl with down syndrome had a beautiful message for his daughter who graduated from the college.

Rachel Handlin has down syndrome and she is graduating from California Institute of the Arts. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Photography and Media.

Jay Handlin, the proud father, took to social media to write about it. He shared a picture of his daughter and wrote: “This is my daughter, Rachel Handlin. Tonight, she earned her full Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Photography & Media from the prestigious California Institute of the Arts, @CalArts⁩. Rachel has #Downsyndrome.

I am officially the proudest father on the planet.

Fight me.”(sic)

The post went viral on social media with many people including celebrities congratulating the girl.

There were many inspiring posts as well. Many parents came forward to share the story of their kids and they were certainly adorable.

When asked about the future plan of the girl, father replied that she would be completing her ongoing projects and would be setting up a website soon.

Image courtesy: Jay Handlin/ Twitter

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