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Press Releases

The Daily Mile and Special Olympics Partner to Promote Year-Round Inclusive Physical Activity

The partnership allows The Daily Mile and Special Olympics to collaborate to offer trainings and share resources that promote physical activity, social and emotional learning, and health promotion year-round.
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Unified Champion Schools 2022 Top 5
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ESPN Top-5 Schools Announced

ESPN Names Top-5 Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® for 2022
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In the News

Exceptional Parent Magazine Gets Ready for Back-to-School with Special Olympics Article

Special Olympics is featured in a Back-to-School article in Exceptional Parent Magazine.
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Community Impact

Achieving a Voice in the Media: Special Olympics Rwanda’s Story

Special Olympics Rwanda's partnership with media outlets help recruit more athletes and spread awareness about inclusion to the public.
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Community Impact

Planting Seeds of Inclusion: Special Olympics Pakistan’s Story

Special Olympics Pakistan celebrates a new community partnership by participating in a tree plantation drive.
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A group of students sitting in a circle with their feet together and showing off their socks.
Community Impact

100 Schools United for Inclusion: Special Olympics Romania's Story

100 schools in Romania come together to spread awareness about Down Syndrome and intellectual disabilities.
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A large group of people pose for a photo. There are Special Olympics athletes, Unified partners, coaches, teachers and professional cheerleaders.
Community Impact

High School Special Olympics Unified Sports® Teams Going to USA Games

Throughout the country, the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and Special Olympics work together to advance inclusion programs for students with intellectual disabilities.
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A group of men and women pose for a group photo in a basketball gym. They are wearing practice uniforms and smiling for the camera.
Community Impact

Special Olympics Showcases Partnership with NIRSA at the Collegiate Level

Throughout the country, colleges and universities are demonstrating what it truly means to be a part of the inclusion revolution.
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Community Impact

Special Olympics Michigan Coach Allison Wonch Chosen for Unified Champion Schools Outstanding Coach Award

The 39-year-old’s journey mimics many others’ who find their way to Special Olympics.
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