21. Special Olympics Canada the special olympics in Canada Click here for our SOC Chronological history. KennedyFoundation in Washington, DC, and led to the creation of special olympics. http://slam.canoe.ca/CanadianSpecialOlympics/history.html

Inside CANOE.CA SLAM! Sports Jam! Showbiz AllPop CNEWS Webfin Money C-Health Lifewise AUTONET.CA Newsstand Travel Search eBay.ca Get away today 411 online Free E-Mail Shop.canoe.ca CareerConnection Classified Extra Match Contact Obituaries Today Restaurants Hotels Weather Horoscopes Lotteries Crossword Scoreboard News Ticker Biz Ticker Sports Ticker TV Listings Movie Listings CLIVE Concerts Mutual Funds Stocks Feedback Index About Us Mission - History - Vision - ... Special Olympics Links The Birth of the Special Olympics in Canada Click here for our SOC Chronological History Dr. Frank Hayden In the early sixties, testing of children with mental disabilities revealed that they were only half as physically fit as their non-disabled peers. It was assumed that their low fitness levels were a direct result of mental retardation. A Toronto researcher and professor, Dr. Frank Hayden , questioned this assumption. Working with a control group of children on an intense fitness program, he demonstrated that, given the opportunity, mentally disabled people could become physically fit and acquire the physical skills necessary to participate in sport. His research proved that low levels of fitness and lack of motor skills development in people with mental handicaps were a result of nothing more than a sedentary life style. In other words, their mental disabilities resulted in their exclusion from the kinds of physical activity and sports experience readily available to other children. Eunice Kennedy Shriver Inspired by his discoveries, Dr. Hayden began searching for ways to develop a national sports program for mentally disabled people. It was a goal he eventually achieved, albeit not in Canada. His work came to the attention of

22. Special Olympics Canada Just being in the presence of these jerseys is incredibly exciting. They simplyradiate Canadian history, says special olympics Canada president Jim Jordan. http://slam.canoe.ca/CanadianSpecialOlympics01/021205.html

Inside CANOE.CA SLAM! Sports Jam! Showbiz AllPop CNEWS Webfin Money C-Health Lifewise AUTONET.CA Newsstand Travel Search eBay.ca Get away today 411 online Free E-Mail Shop.canoe.ca CareerConnection Classified Extra Match Contact Obituaries Today Restaurants Hotels Weather Horoscopes Lotteries Crossword Scoreboard News Ticker Biz Ticker Sports Ticker TV Listings Movie Listings CLIVE Concerts Mutual Funds Stocks Feedback Index About Us Sport Information Volunteers Families ... Special Olympics Links Own a piece of Canadian Olympic double gold Special Olympics Canada to auction complete set of game-worn Team Canada jerseys from 2002 Men's and Women's Olympic gold medal-winning hockey teams TORONTO, December 5, 2002 - Special Olympics Canada today is proud to announce they have obtained game-worn jerseys from the entire Men's and Women's Canadian Olympic Hockey Teams - a total of 46 jerseys: 23 men's and 23 women's. "Just being in the presence of these jerseys is incredibly exciting. They simply radiate Canadian history," says Special Olympics Canada president Jim Jordan. Special Olympics Canada will sell the jerseys, which were generously donated by Bauer Nike Hockey, as a single collection, with all proceeds being directed to the development of sport programs for athletes with a mental disability.

23. SPECIAL OLYMPICS LEBANON // Special Olympics International history. Click to enlargeMrs humanitarian work. She is the HonoraryPresident of the special olympics in the World. Graduating from http://www.specialolympicslb.com/special.html

M E N A Opening Program Schedule Participants Scores Special Olympics International Our History Our Philosophy Our Program Our Sports ... Related Sites History Mrs Eunice Kennedy Shriver is among the pioneer women personalities in the field of humanitarian work. She is the Honorary President of the Special Olympics in the World. Graduating from Stanford University in California with a Sociology degree, she held many posts in the field of humanitarian work. In 1957, she took over the administration of Joseph Kennedy Foundation created in the benefit of mentally disabled persons. Under her management, the foundation achieved large steps in the fields of medical research and general education. Mrs Shriver received the world tribute for her works, including the Presidential Liberty Medal, which is the highest American Civil Decoration.

24. SPECIAL OLYMPICS LEBANON // History Founding the special olympics in Lebanon. In 1989 Mr Mohamad Naser foundedthe Lebanese special olympics. Mohamad Naser is a Lebanese http://www.specialolympicslb.com/history.html

M E N A Opening Program Schedule Participants Scores Special Olympics International Our History Our Philosophy Our Program Our Sports ... Related Sites Founding the Special Olympics in Lebanon In 1989 Mr Mohamad Naser founded the Lebanese Special Olympics. Mohamad Naser is a Lebanese and International Champion in track and field games and has been so for many years. He started working with persons suffering from mental disorder as well as physical handicaps, upon the request of the United Nations in Lebanon, by training these latter for track and field games. In order to organize a sports day for them after the training period, he traveled to the United States asking for names of associations caring for special sports. He met Lady Shriver who admired his sport and organizational skills, so she encouraged him to found and launch the Special Olympics.  History Our Goals Previous Events Contact Us ... Home

25. Torch Run History Wisconsin Law Enforcement TORCH RUN for special olympics. Committo Carry the Torch. In 1968, Eunice Kennedy Shriver envisioned a http://www.geocities.com/Colosseum/Field/4385/trhist99.htm

Wisconsin Law Enforcement TORCH RUN for Special Olympics Commit to Carry the Torch In 1968, Eunice Kennedy Shriver envisioned a world where people with cognitive disabilities (mental retardation) were seen for their abilities, not their disabilities.  She believed that through sports training and competition, people with cognitive disabilities would benefit physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually; families could be strengthened; and the community at large, both through participation and observation, would be united in understanding people with cognitive disabilities in an environment of equality, respect, and acceptance.  This is the dream Special Olympics has nurtured for the past quarter century and this is the dream that officers of the Law Enforcement Torch Run carry into the next millennium. With programs in 150 countries and over 1 million athletes, Special Olympics is the world's largest program for children and adults with cognitive disabilities.  This year, Law Enforcement officers from around the world will serve as Guardians of the Flame at the 1999 Special Olympics World Summer Games on June 26 in North Carolina.  With over 7,000 athletes competing, the World Summer Games will be the largest sporting event in the world in 1999!  As one of Wisconsin's largest grassroots fund-raising efforts, the Law Enforcement Torch Run is an exciting way to spread the word about Special Olympics Wisconsin and raise much needed funds for athlete programs. Return to Torch Run Home Page Visitors to this page since 10-18-99

26. Canadian Special Olympics Foundation: History CSO Foundation history For over thirty years, special olympics Canada (SOC) has provideda positive experience through sport for thousands of Canadians with a http://www.slam.ca/CSOF/history.html

Inside CANOE.CA SLAM! Sports Jam! Showbiz AllPop CNEWS Webfin Money C-Health Lifewise AUTONET.CA Newsstand Travel Search eBay.ca Get away today 411 online Free E-Mail Shop.canoe.ca CareerConnection Classified Extra Match Contact Obituaries Today Restaurants Hotels Weather Horoscopes Lotteries Crossword Scoreboard News Ticker Biz Ticker Sports Ticker TV Listings Movie Listings CLIVE Concerts Mutual Funds Stocks Feedback Index SOC Foundation History For over thirty years, Special Olympics Canada (SOC) has provided a positive experience through sport for thousands of Canadians with a mental disability. Today, more than 28,000 Special Olympics athletes train and complete in every province and territory in Canada. Through their involvement with Special Olympics these individuals benefit not only physically, but also socially, psychologically and emotionally. Special Olympics increases educational and employment opportunities for individuals with a mental disability and enhances their ability to contribute to their communities. These athletes are supported by a network of over 8,500 certified volunteer coaches year-round in 15 summer and winter sports. Special Olympics Canada is structured into regional, provincial and national programs and competitions. Special Olympics Canada is part of Special Olympics International - one of 140 countries from around the world that compete in World Summer and Winter Games every two years.

27. SLAM! SPORTS: ONTARIO SPECIAL OLYMPICS history OF special olympics special olympics is a worldwide program providingsports training and competition for people with a mental disability. http://www.osoinc.com/OntarioSpecialOlympics/about_history.html

Inside CANOE.CA SLAM! Sports Jam! Showbiz AllPop CNEWS Webfin Money C-Health Lifewise AUTONET.CA Newsstand Travel Search eBay.ca Get away today 411 online Free E-Mail Shop.canoe.ca CareerConnection Classified Extra Match Contact Obituaries Today Restaurants Hotels Weather Horoscopes Lotteries Crossword Scoreboard News Ticker Biz Ticker Sports Ticker TV Listings Movie Listings CLIVE Concerts Mutual Funds Stocks Feedback Index HISTORY OF SPECIAL OLYMPICS Special Olympics is a worldwide program providing sports training and competition for people with a mental disability. Sport Canada recognizes the Special Olympics organization as the main provider of these services for people with mental disabilities, although some participants may also have physical challenges. In the early sixties, testing of children with mental disabilities revealed that they were only half as physically fit as their non-disabled peers. It was assumed that their low fitness levels were a direct result of their disability. A Toronto researcher, Dr. Frank Hayden, questioned this assumption. Dr. Hayden conducted research, which concluded that given the opportunity, mentally disabled people could become physically fit, and acquire the physical skills necessary to participate in sport.

28. Special Olympics Georgia history. In 1970, 500 athletes gathered at a suburban Atlanta college to participatein the first ever track and field event held under the special olympics http://www.specialolympicsga.org/about/about_history.asp

History In 1970, 500 athletes gathered at a suburban Atlanta college to participate in the first ever track and field event held under the Special Olympics Georgia banner. In thirty years the number of active athletes has grown to over 20,000 participating in 23 sports. Special Olympics is the first and only organization to offer training and competitions for these athletes. SOGA has been working since 1970 to accomplish its mission. Over that time, the organization has grown and has been able to help thousands of children and adults in the process. Today, Special Olympics Georgia holds more than 500 sports competitions over the course of a year at the local, area and state levels. There are five statewide competitions each year, and World Special Olympics Games are held every two years. History Staff List Job Openings Georgia Locations ... Directions to State Office

29. Guam Special Olympic. History Athletic Events YearRound for special olympics Guam Please click each phototo ENLARGE to actual size. SOME FACTS ABOUT special olympics ON GUAM http://specialolympics.org.gu/history.htm

Athletic Events Year-Round for Special Olympics Guam Please click each photo to ENLARGE to actual size. Some photos of Guam athletes were taken from national special Olympics competition venues. SOME FACTS ABOUT SPECIAL OLYMPICS ON GUAM: We are a non profit, all volunteer organization Our office is located at 301 E. Sunset Blvd., Tiyan. (next to the Salvation Army on the airport side of Tiyan.) Because all of our members have other jobs, we do not man the office daily. Instead we have Voicemail 475-4876 or you can email us at special@chamorro.net. Our mission is to provide year round sports/fitness training and competition for youth and adults with develpmental disabilites. On Guam, we include individuals with other disabilities: Learning, physical, emotional, autism... We also include Unified Partner sports: Bowling, Basketball, Relays, Swimming. Unified partners are athletes without disabilities, who are of similar age and skills of the Special Olympics athletes on their team. Unified partners are ages 8 through adults. Our current officers are: National director: Carole Peircy; Vice Chair: Marlon Molinos; Sports Director: Francisco Reyes; Special Projects: William Fitzegerald; Office Assistant: Julia Domescik; Treasurer: Jessica Villaverde; Volunteer Chairperson: Scott Lawry; Other members of our reorganization committee include government of Guam employees, private business employees and community members. This group has just begun and we welcome more members of our community.

30. Special Olympics Florida | History From special olympics Florida About SOFL history By Oct 27, 2001,551pm. The concept of special olympics began in the early 1960s http://www.sofl.org/artman/publish/printer_14.shtml

From Special Olympics Florida About SOFL History By Oct 27, 2001, 5:51pm The concept of Special Olympics began in the early 1960s when Eunice Kennedy Shriver started a day camp in her own backyard for people with mental retardation. From that experience, it was clear that these individuals were far more capable in sports and physical activities than many experts believed. In 1968, Mrs. Shriver organized the first International Special Olympics Games at Soldier Field in Chicago, in the belief that the lessons these athletes learned through sports would translate into new competence and success in school, in the workplace, and in the community. Above all, Mrs. Shriver wanted the families and neighbors of people with mental retardation to see what these individuals could accomplish, to take pride in their efforts, and to rejoice in their victories. Today, Special Olympics Inc. is the world’s largest provider of fitness training, education and athletic competition – coupled with social, life, and leadership skill development opportunities – for children and adults with mental retardation or a similar developmental disability. Special Olympics Florida, an accredited program of Special Olympics Inc., was founded in 1972 and is one of the largest volunteer-driven athletic organizations in the state. Email this Page Back

31. Special Olympics Florida history The concept of special olympics began in the early 1960s when Eunice KennedyShriver started a day camp in her own backyard for people with mental http://www.sofl.org/artman/publish/article_14.shtml

About SOFL History The concept of Special Olympics began in the early 1960s when Eunice Kennedy Shriver started a day camp in her own backyard for people with mental retardation. From that experience, it was clear that these individuals were far more capable in sports and physical activities than many experts believed. In 1968, Mrs. Shriver organized the first International Special Olympics Games at Soldier Field in Chicago, in the belief that the lessons these athletes learned through sports would translate into new competence and success in school, in the workplace, and in the community. Above all, Mrs. Shriver wanted the families and neighbors of people with mental retardation to see what these individuals could accomplish, to take pride in their efforts, and to rejoice in their victories. Today, Special Olympics Inc. is the world’s largest provider of fitness training, education and athletic competition – coupled with social, life, and leadership skill development opportunities – for children and adults with mental retardation or a similar developmental disability. Special Olympics Florida, an accredited program of Special Olympics Inc., was founded in 1972 and is one of the largest volunteer-driven athletic organizations in the state. Email this Page Printer friendly page Back

32. Hamilton County Special Olympics (HCSO) - History HCSO history, special olympics began in Hamilton County, Ohio in 1971 when the CincinnatiRecreation Commission held a track and field meet for athletes with http://www.hcso.net:8080/hcso/hcso.nsf/About - History?readform

33. Hamilton County Special Olympics (HCSO) - About Us Here is where you get the facts about HCSO; the history on how Fund Raising Sponsorship HCSO Heroes Newsletter Hamilton County special olympics of Ohio http://www.hcso.net:8080/hcso/hcso.nsf/web pages/about us?opendocument

34. RFG History Program history. In December 1993, special olympics Massachusetts introduceda unique fundraising program called Recycle for Gold. http://www.recycleforgold.org/history.html

FAQ's Environmental Impact Tax Questions Donate Online ... RFG Home Program History In December 1993, Special Olympics Massachusetts introduced a unique fund-raising program called Recycle for Gold. Recycle for Gold gave Special Olympics Massachusetts a chance to provide a service to Bay State residents, while at the same time not only cleaning up the environment, but also raising part of the funds necessary to provide year-round athletic training and competition to over 8,000 people in Massachusetts of all ages with mental retardation. The program was developed as a partnership between Special Olympics Massachusetts and Millis Industries, a recycling company based in Millis, Massachusetts. Special Olympics Massachusetts promotes and markets the program, while Millis Industries handles the towing and recycling of the automobiles. Recycle for Gold allows the public to have their unwanted vehicles removed. Special Olympics then has these vehicles recycled in an environmentally safe and efficient manner. This results in revenue for Special Olympics Massachusetts. In 1999, Recycle for Gold generated 12,485 donated cars which resulted in $574,354 of funding for Special Olympics Massachusetts. So far, in 2000, 8759 cars have been donated totaling $345,618 in funds for Special Olympics Athletes.

35. History Of SOPA history of SOPA Although 187 Pennsylvania athletes participated in the MidAtlanticInvitational in Maryland in 1969, special olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA) did http://www.paso.org/about/history.html

History of SOPA Although 187 Pennsylvania athletes participated in the Mid-Atlantic Invitational in Maryland in 1969, Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA) did not become an official chapter until it hosted its own competition. SOPA officially came into being in May 1970 with a track and field event at West Chester University. Organized by two volunteer directors, Dr. Ed Norris and Hank Goodwin from West Chester's Physical Education Department, and funded by a grant from the Department of Special Education in Harrisburg, this first official competition had 135 participants. Two familiar names in SOPA lore played a role in this event: Loretta Claiborne, one of Pennsylvania's most acclaimed athletes and a member of our and Special Olympics Inc.'s Board of Directors, participated as an athlete; and Al Senavitis, our current Chairman of the Board, served as a timer. The occasion was also marked by a Proclamation from then-Governor Raymond Shafer, who designated May 24 - 30, 1970, as Special Olympics Week in Pennsylvania. As the organization evolved through the 1970s, the competitions moved around the state, with various colleges serving as hosts, including Cheyney, Slippery Rock, and Edinboro Universities. In 1978, a milestone of significant note occurred with the appointment of Frank Dean as the first Executive Director of SOPA.

36. Origins Of Special Olympics Throughout its history, special olympics has remained committed tohighquality training and high levels of sportsmanship. This http://www.paso.org/about/origins.html

Origins of Special Olympics The movement known worldwide as Special Olympics began simply as the idea of one extraordinary woman with extraordinary vision. Eunice Kennedy Shriver believed that people with mental retardation were far more capable in sports and physical activities than many experts thought. And so, the world's largest amateur sports organization began as a day camp in the backyard of Eunice and Sargent Shriver. It has been growing ever since. Mrs. Shriver organized the first International Special Olympics Games in 1968. Held at Chicago's Soldier Field, the event consisted of 1,000 athletes from 26 states and Canada competing in track and field, swimming, and floor hockey. Now, you will see that the growth has been spectacular nearly 1 million athletes training and competing in more than 140 countries and 54 U.S. Chapters with the guidance of 500,000 volunteers and 250,000 coaches. Athletes now compete in more than 20 Olympic-type sports. And, in 1999, the Special Olympics World Summer Games was the largest sporting event in the world. More than 7,000 athletes from 140 countries traveled to Raleigh, N.C., for 10 days of competition. The world watched as over 2,000 coaches, 15,000 family and friends, 450,000 volunteers, 500,000 spectators, and 1,500 media representatives from around the globe participated, with millions more viewing the events on television.

37. "The Special Olympics At SUNY Brockport" It was estimated that between 45 and 50 celebrities participated inthe Brockport special olympics. history of the special olympics. http://www.brockport.edu/~library1/so.htm

Special Olympics August 8-13, 1979 SUNY Brockport "In Special Olympics it is not the strongest body or the most dazzling mind that counts. It is the invincible spirit which overcomes all handicaps. For without this spirit winning medals is empty. But with it, there is no defeat." Eunice Kennedy Shriver Brockport During the summer of 1979, the State University of New York, College at Brockport was honored to be chosen to host the fifth International Special Olympics Games. Brockport had been an avid supporter of the Special Olympics, having served as the host site for the 1975 and 1976 New York State Special Olympics games. Table of Contents Schedule of Events Famous Supporters Brief History of the Special Olympics A Special Gift ... Post-Olympic Events The Special Olympics "The Special Olympics is an international program of physical fitness, sports training and athletic competition for mentally retarded children and adults. Mentally retarded individuals Eight years or older are eligible to participate in the Special Olympics. Generally, participants have IQ scores of 75 or less. There are twelve official sports in the Special Olympics. They include: track and field, swimming, diving, gymnastics, ice skating, basketball, volleyball, floor hockey, poly hockey, bowling, Frisbee disk, and wheelchair events." (1979 International Special Olympics Resource Book) The 5 th International Special Olympics Games More than 3,500 mentally challenged individuals, ranging in age from 10 to 80, who qualified for participation in Special Olympic activities gathered in Brockport for the International Games. They came from each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam, and more than 30 other countries and took part in a week long spectacular of competitions, social events, dances, clinics, demonstrations, and a marvelous Adventure Day Trip to Niagara Falls.

38. SOTX About Us History mental retardation at her home in Maryland, Eunice Kennedy Shriver saw her dreamrealized in Chicago at the first International special olympics Summer Games. http://www.sotx.org/aboutus/history.jsp

39. Cayman Islands Special Olympics Home Our history Activities The Athletes Competitions Patrons Volunteers theRegional Office in Jamaica to establish a special olympics programme. http://www.cispecialolympics.org/history.htm

Home Our History Activities The Athletes ... Contact Us Winston Skinner, Sports Director, received through Social Services, an invitation from the Regional Office in Jamaica to establish a Special Olympics programme. Special Olympics Cayman Islands was simply an idea to be pursued. Once underway it was a time of sorting out the teething problems by a group of concerned individuals under the direction of Mr. Winston Skinner. A board of director was elected and a public march was organized. The first National Games took place with 24 local athletes. This was a busy year with a distance race/walk up to 1500 metres. 45 athletes took part in the 2nd National games and 11 athletes attend the ISOS games for the first time representing the Cayman Islands. The athletes won 7 medals which was a great achievement. Special Olympics was brought to the attention of the general public with the help of the Law Enforcement Agencies. Activities included a week of awareness, the Law Enforcement Touch Run, a special jam and the 3rd National Games. The Law Enforcement Agencies include Fire, Police, Prison, Customs and Immigration Agenies. This calendar of events was repeated in 1993 and 1994. The Cayman Island was able to sent 12 athletes to the ISOSG and they returned with 11 medals and a host of ribbons. Cayman hosted the 9th Regional Special Olympics Conference where the regions 1st Athlete For Outreach Programme was launched.

40. Special Olympics-Westmoreland County About Us During our history, special olympics Westmoreland County has seen significant growthover the years, both in the number of athletes and volunteers participating http://www.westspol.org/Aboutus2.htm

OUR HISTORY About Us Special Olympics-Westmoreland County first sent athletes to competition in May of 1969, attending a track and field meet held at Pitt Stadium in Pittsburgh. More than thirty years later, close to 800 athletes compete in sports training and competitions on the county, regional and state levels. Through cooperation with the private and business communities, our growth has been steady. Not only in the number of athletes participating and sports offered but also in the number of volunteers who participate as well as the number of business organizations who contribute to ensure that our future will be a bright one. Eunice Kennedy Shriver founded Special Olympics in 1968 with the first International Games. One thousand athletes from 26 states and Canada competed in track and field, swimming, and floor hockey. The growth of Special Olympics has been overwhelming nearly one million athletes are now training and competing from more than 140 countries and 54 U.S. chapters. These athletes are aided by 500,000 volunteers and 250,000 coaches. Special Olympics Pennsylvania became an official chapter of Special Olympics in 1970 after hosting a track and field event for 135 participants. In Pennsylvania, 53 local programs provide competition for over 27,000 athletes in more than 20 sports.

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