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Author Archives: Rebecca
A World Without Differences
As part of Special Olympics Project UNIFY, I often get the opportunity to meet and hear stories from amazing young people who are actively working to make their schools more inclusive of people with intellectual disabilities. These youth are inspiring … Continue reading
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Tagged friendship, unified sports, Youth Leadership
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Give and Take
Parent and coach Jerry Hincka has written in the past about his dreams for his daughters, Special Olympics athletes Molly and Charlotte Hincka. The Hinckas were told by doctors many years ago that neither of their daughters would ever walk … Continue reading
Posted in Special Guests, Uncategorized
Tagged families, Molly Hincka, P&G, Special Olympics, transformation
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Against The Odds
This guest post is from proud mom Alice who wrote us about her son Zack. Through Special Olympics, Zack has made many friends and learned important skills that have helped him succeed off the playing field. My son Zachary is … Continue reading
‘Special Olympics Changed My Life’
Today’s guest post is from Jonathan Doring. Jonathan is an accomplished athlete and he has been participating in Special Olympics for over two decades. Jonathan shares how Special Olympics transformed him from a silent little boy into a confident leader … Continue reading
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Special Olympics is Home
This guest blog post is from Katie Hrenchir. Katie’s brother Tanner was born with Down Syndrome. As a sibling she knows first-hand about Tanner’s struggles but she has also seen him flourish. Katie says “the Hrenchir Family will always call … Continue reading
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Tagged athlete, family, Missouri, sibling, sister, Special Olympics
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Proud and Thankful
Special Olympics gives athletes like Lani DeMello the chance to defy expectations. When she was only an infant, doctors said she would never lead a successful or productive life. Lani’s mother, Ana DeMello, describes how Special Olympics allowed her daughter … Continue reading
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Tagged athlete, families, gymnastics, parent, Special Olympics, support
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Thank you, Mrs. Shriver
In the Special Olympics movement, we have so many amazing youth who are inspired to become the leaders of today and make a difference in their communities by creating acceptance and respect for people with intellectual disabilities. One of these … Continue reading
Special Olympics Haiti Celebrates EKS Day
On Saturday September 24, Haiti joined Special Olympics programs around the world to celebrate the life and legacy of Eunice Kennedy Shriver. In celebration of Eunice Kennedy Shriver Day, Special Olympics Haiti hosted two events. In Port au Prince, 35 … Continue reading
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Tagged Eunice Kennedy Shriver, football, Haiti, Special Olympics, unified sports
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A Focus on School Inclusion
It’s officially September, which can only mean one thing… back to school time! As students and teachers are heading back to the classroom, I wanted to share some great resources about the importance of developing inclusive communities within the classroom, … Continue reading
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