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The Special Olympics

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Student life The Special Olympics: Photo Collage Composed by: Meghan Samples The current global climate surrounding the virus has led to some defeated feelings with events getting cancelled. However, this year, despite it being scaled back significantly, the Special Olympics were able to take place at Creekview. The Special Olympics was founded in 1968 to allow those “with intellectual disabilities [to] discover new strengths and abilities, skills and success.� The Olympics were created to increase inclusivity and diversity and to build the spirits and confidence of those who struggle with disability. The games prove that power and strength can be found in all of us.

During the second half of the games, students participated in races, encouraged by their peers on the sidelines, while Spencer Herrin took a lead.

Games such as volleyball had everyone jumping for joy. Student David Gober leaped to strike a winning point for his team.

School spirits were high as Peer Helper Cole Hasty and his friend Jack Brewer posed in front of our decorated mascot to celebrate the games.

Students and Peer Helpers alike were involved in the games as they worked together to have fun. Thank you to everyone involved, Peer helpers, Cheerleaders, Band Members, and Softball Players

All students were able to engage and enjoy the activities available at the games. Peer Helper Maddie Uren stepped up to make sure everyone enjoyed the day by helping her friend Brayden Carroll.

Truly, the games would not have been possible without the advisors who orchestrated the event. Thank you for your positivity and kindness.

Student life The Special Olympics: Photo Collage Composed by: Meghan Samples

Advisor Mrs. Shotz and Peer Helper Katherine Sweatman colored their hair to show their support.

Students and advisors alike celebrated the games by moving and dancing together.

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Student Makayla Cox shows her strength by running with her friend.

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Advisor Mr. Greene shows off this year's Special Olympics tee-shirt and his colored hair.

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The Special Olympics

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