Will the Down syndrome go away?

No.  Down syndrome is not a sickness.  Most people with Down syndrome are very healthy, although nearly fifty percent are born with heart defects, most of which are corrected by surgery.

You cannot "catch" Down syndrome.  The only way to get Down syndrome is to be born with it..

Can people with Down Syndrome learn?

Yes!  People with Down syndrome CAN and DO learn, but have to work much harder than others and may need more time and extra help.  Kids with Down syndrome can participate in all school activities, even though they may not learn everything.