Elementary Programs
SCHOOL HUB
Welcome to the Elementary Schools Hub, your ultimate resource centre for all things Special Olympics!
NEW Updates
Grants & Funding Opportunities
HOST GRANTS – They're Back!
TRANSPORTATION GRANTS – New!
EQUIPMENT GRANTS – New!
Note: All grants are subject to availability and will be reviewed based on merit. Apply early to secure funding!
Get Started with Free Equipment!
Deadline to Submit Your Order: January 30th
Orders Ship Free in Early FebruarySport Event Information
KICK OFF THE YEAR WITH ELEMENTARY SPORT FESTIVALS!
EVENT DETAILS
FESTIVAL REGISTRATION
STUDENT PREPARATION
PAYMENTS
PROGRAM FORMAT
CHAMPIONS IN MOTION: BOCCE & BASKETBALL EVENTS ARE HERE!
Event REGISTRATIONWhat You Can Do
Want to become a Unified Champion School?
Elementary Advisory Educator Council
Council Details:
Interested in joining?
Hosting Opportunities Available!
What Do You Need to Host?
A team of student volunteers – to help with setup, scorekeeping, welcoming teams, and more
Ready to host?
Help Us Grow the Movement!
Educator Shared Resource Hub
Share Your Story – Help Us Grow the Movement!Registration
Special Olympics Ontario has introduced a new registration process for this school year. This will be the system going forward. All schools must complete their registration forms 7 days before their respective event to participate in any SOO events. Schools will receive the link to their registration in their event invitations.
Registration Instructions
Unified Champion Schools Annual ReportUnified Resources
Becoming a Unified Champion School
Unified Sport & Coaching Resources
Active Start & FUNdamentals
Active Start and FUNdamentals are designed to progressively build foundational movement, sport, and teamwork skills in young students. These programs lay the groundwork for future success in physical activity, sport participation, and inclusive team environments.
To support new schools, Special Olympics Ontario provides Active Start & FUNdamentals booklets and t-shirts, helping educators seamlessly integrate these programs into their curriculum. These resources are adaptable for classroom use and physical education settings, encouraging students to develop physical literacy while fostering cooperation and inclusion.
In select communities, students can also participate in local programs that offer Active Start and FUNdamentals activities, extending learning beyond the classroom. To further support educators, a growing library of online resources and activity guides is available, offering flexible tools to enhance instruction and student engagement.
Multi-Sport Guide
The Multi-Sport Guide is a practical resource for educators, offering step-by-step sport development content that can be implemented directly into classroom or gym settings. It includes detailed instructions and lesson plans for SOO’s four core sports:
- Soccer
- Basketball
- Bocce
- Athletics (Track & Field)
Each section is designed to support skill progression, inclusive participation, and teamwork, making it easy for educators to deliver meaningful sport experiences to all students.
Sport Festivals
Sport Festivals introduce Special Olympics to our youngest athletes, focusing on the development of physical literacy, movement confidence, and inclusive play. These events are tailored for students in the Active Start and FUNdamentals stages of the Long-Term Development Model, offering a fun-filled day of exploration through diverse sport and activity stations.
Each festival is designed to be welcoming, engaging, and developmentally appropriate, giving students the chance to try new skills, build confidence, and experience the joy of movement in a supportive environment.
Below is a sample outline of a typical Sport Festival day, including potential activity stations to help educators and participants know what to expect:
Champions in Motion - Intermediate Programming
Basketball & Bocce
Special Olympics Ontario now offers sport development programming tailored for students in Grades 6, 7, and 8, supporting their transition from foundational skills to more structured sport experiences.
In select regions, SOO hosts basketball and bocce events focused on:
- Skill development
- Teamwork
- Gameplay experience
These events are designed to provide a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment where students can build essential sport skills and gain confidence in competitive settings. Participation helps prepare students for future involvement in SOO high school sports, while reinforcing the values of inclusion, respect, and collaboration.
Hosting Resources
General Resources
This school year, we are excited to offer more health programs and resources to students than ever before. Health programs are designed to enhance the physical health, social skills, and emotional well-being of Special Olympics athletes. Through the Special Olympics Fitness App, athletes can engage in fun challenges, track their progress, and work towards personalized fitness goals.
Program Highlights:
- Physical Health: Focus on nutritious eating, improving fitness, and adopting active lifestyles.
- Social & Emotional Well-being: Strengthen social skills and overall mental health.
- Challenges: Participate in exciting challenges like the Fit5 and Step Challenges, designed to keep athletes motivated.
Mentorship Program
Special Olympics Ontario (SOO) is excited to launch its new Educator Mentorship Program later this year. This initiative is designed to build a sustainable foundation for inclusive school cultures and strengthen Special Olympics programming across Ontario schools.
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