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Unified Champion Schools

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Community Impact

Two Members of National Work Team Share Bond Forged Through Special Olympics

Special Olympics brings people together, even when they least expect it. For Mercy Ogutu and Britney Bautista, who live across the country from each other, Special Olympics is exactly how their connection began .
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Three people—two men on the left and one woman on the right—standing in front of a store front.
In the News

JR Jackson of CBS Sports Radio teamed up with Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® to host the "Media for the Movement" tour

JR Jackson of CBS Sports Radio teamed up with Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® to host the "Media for the Movement" tour.
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A group of Special Olympics athletes and coaches flex their muscles for the camera.
Community Impact

Nick DiAntonio Catches Special Olympics Bug from Volunteering with Older Brother, Continues to Make Impact in the Weight Room

Speaking in detail, Nick DiAntonio remembers the moment he was first introduced to Special Olympics Massachusetts.
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A group of approximately 10 teenage boys stand together at a forest-y trailhead. Many give peace signs, and everyone is wearing matching red Unified Hike shirts. Some wear facemasks.
Community Impact

Unified Hikes Bring Youth Together in Pakistan

As the Unified Champion School project spreads around the world, Special Olympics Pakistan hosts Unified Hikes to engage students and community members.
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Teacher and 5 students of Bunker Hill Elementary School sitting in a semi circle talking.
Community Impact

Celebrating the Resilience of Schools with Hasbro and Special Olympics

During the 2020 – 2021 schools year, Hasbro and Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools honored 4 schools for their work of inclusion.
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Community Impact

Special Olympics Coach Erica Milliron Showcases Family-Type Atmosphere Through Sports and School

Special Olympics Pennsylvania head coach Erica Milliron might not be as experienced as other Special Olympics coaches, but she still understands the importance of Special Olympics Unified Sports® and the lessons it teaches students.
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Detroit announced as the host city for the 2022 Special Olympics Unified Cup.
In the News

Detroit 2022 Unified Cup Announcement

Detroit announced as the host city for the 2022 Special Olympics Unified Cup.
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A teal and gold graphic from social media with the Global Center for Inclusion in Education branding. Within the graphic is a collage of photos of students, in Special Olympics jerseys, standing outside at an outdoor winter event.
Community Impact

Inspiring Communities: How Teacher Ramona Spreads Inclusion in Romania

Special education teacher Ramona works with Special Olympics Romania to provide opportunity for her students with and without disabilities.
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Community Impact

Amy Wiesenhutter Impacts Entire Community with Undeniable Spirit and Passion for Special Olympics

Gazing into the camera with her genuine smile, Amy Wiesenhutter shares the story of how she found her passion for coaching Special Olympics Texas through mentor Patsy Reyna Henry's considerable influence on her life.
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