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