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Enjoy stories below about the power of Special Olympics Virginia to inspire hope, confidence and courage.

Gold! USA Games Results

Congratulations to Team Virginia for a job well done at USA Games! See below for results. To read more about the team and their experiences in Seattle, click here.
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What Special Olympics VA Means

Written by Amanda Vogt, sister of Special Olympics Virginia athlete Kevin VogtAt
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ABLEnow Feet Meet Series Underway

"I remember never feeling as whole as I did then; I really found the best version of myself through engaging with the athletes and seeing their joy."
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Capital Region Welcomes Ray Roberts & RPS Stakeholders for 2018 Preview

Nearly 100 Parents & Educators Expressed Interest in this Learning Event
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Lessons from the Special Olympics VA Staff

A Summer Intern Shares her Experiences
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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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Emily’s CapABLE Story

We're proud to have Emily on our Special Olympics VA team!
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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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