Prejesh Sayanthan was introduced to Special Olympics through a leadership class at Albert Campbell C.I. in Toronto. After his first time helping and volunteering at the school soccer qualifier in October, he was hooked! Prejesh came to practice every day to work with the athletes, joining at every opportunity. He recruited other friends and started a grade 12 leadership group. This …
Mike Newstead has been actively involved in coaching teams for Special Olympics events since September 2005, showcasing his passion for sports and advocacy for inclusivity. At Napanee District Secondary School (NDSS), he serves as a Special Olympics events coordinator with the NDSS School to Community Team and as a coach, overseeing the registration and recruitment of Special Olympics athletes and …
Athletes: Sebastian Carrara, Lucas D’Onofrio, Jack Wiseman, Christian Akey, Mya Mantock, Avery Hedley, Klara Pasalic, Noah Tyler-Smith, Owen DiSabatino. Coaches: Linda Siena, Lori Edwards, Andrea Battaglia. The Bishop Tonnos Titans floor hockey team is made up of athletes who had never been on a sports team before their involvement with Special Olympics, nor had they been away from home overnight. …
We are thrilled to announce that Special Olympics Ontario’s School Programs are evolving into Unified Champion Schools, thanks to generous support from the Government of Ontario. This rebranding reflects our dedication to fostering inclusive school environments where students with and without intellectual disabilities can learn, lead, grow, and play together. Unified Champion Schools is part of a global movement, with …
The City of Chatham-Kent and the Chatham-Kent Police Service are proud to host the 2024 Provincial School Championships! From June 11-12, the 2024 School Championships will welcome athletes from across Ontario to Chatham-Kent. With 206 coaches and over 500 athletes competing in floorball, bocce, basketball, soccer, and track and field, this event promises to be a celebration of dedication, perseverance, and …
