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Enjoy stories below about the power of Special Olympics Virginia to inspire hope, confidence and courage.
Capital Region Welcomes Ray Roberts & RPS Stakeholders for 2018 Preview
Nearly 100 Parents & Educators Expressed Interest in this Learning Event
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Champions Together: Unified Sports® in Action
Now entering its 3rd year, Special Olympics Virginia’s “Champions Together” unified track & field program has made it past the “pilot stage” as it officially has a presence in 49 high schools across Virginia—and counting.
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David Egan: What’s Up with Down syndrome?
Being the first person with an intellectual disability to have served on Capitol Hill and also being a Global Messenger is impressive for the brightest of sparks, let alone someone with Down syndrome… but these are just a few of David Egan’s many achievements. The proud Northern VA man is educated, active, independent and has been employed for 20 years… he has never let his disability define him.
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ABLEnow Feet Meet Series is Changing the Game
“As a mom, all I want is for my child to participate and be accepted.”
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Auf Wiedersehen, Austria. Hello, USA!
Local Athletes Return Home from Special Olympics World Games
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On The Record With Rose: Why Offices Need More Workers Like Me
Thanks to Special Olympics Virginia athlete Rose Pleskow for sharing her monthly blog post at Perfect Sense.
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Congratulations to the 2016 Annual Award Winners
Every year there are hundreds of volunteers and athletes who contribute to Special Olympics Virginia in so many ways. Picking a few volunteers and athletes each year to recognize as outstanding representatives of the program is a difficult task. Each of these individuals has stood out in their areas of contribution to the programs and to the health, community, sports and education pillars on which we base our focus and strategic goals. Thank you to everyone who nominated volunteers and athletes for recognition and congratulations to our exceptional winners!
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