MAY 2006

 

 

 

Race for Champions

Attention runners: it's almost time for a nice trip around the lake. Special Olympics Georgia hosts the sixth annual Race for Champions Saturday, May 27 at Lullwater Park at Emory University. Prizes will be awarded for the overall men’s, women’s and age-group winners. Adults register for $15 before Tuesday, May 23 and after for $20. Children ages 12 and under may register for $10 before May 23 and $15 after. To register for the race, go to www.active.com and search for “Race for Champions” or go to www.specialolympicsga.org, go to the event calendar, find the race on May 27 and click on the link to download a registration form. Registration is from 6:30-7:30 a.m. at Druid Hills High School. The 5K race begins at 7:30 a.m. and the Fun Run begins at 8:30 a.m. Call Jessica Bennett for more information at (770) 414-9390 ext. 107.

Be a fan at the Special Olympics Summer Games

Come cheer on Special Olympics Georgia athletes June 2-4 at Emory University.

More than 2,000 Special Olympic athletes from around the state will compete in aquatics athletics, soccer, badminton, volleyball, tennis, gymnastics and table tennis. All events are free. The opening ceremony is at 8 p.m. at McDonough Field. Saturday, Olympic Town will offer food, games, and clowns from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. at McDonough Field. Spectators may park at Peavine Parking Deck. Buses and vans may be parked at Turman Residence Hall and Woodruff Residence Hall’s parking lot throughout the day.

“Art Extravaganza” Art Exhibit & Auction

More than 200 pieces of art will be up for bidding at the Art Extravaganza” Art Exhibit & Auction Saturday, May 20. Items, presented by Regency Fine Art, may be previewed at 7 p.m. before the auction begins at 8 p.m. The evening will also food, bring music, and door prizes. The auction will be held at a home listed at multimillion dollar home in Buckhead at 4350 Harris Valley Road. The art will include originals, numbered prints by local and nationally known artists. One ticket is $30 and two are $50. For tickets and to RSVP contact Jennifer Daniell at (770) 414-9390 ext. 110 or e-mail Jennifer.daniell@specialolympicsga.org.

Special Olympics Georgia (SOGA) and Georgia Association of Educators Partnership

SOGA and Georgia Association of Educators recently signed a letter of agreement that will promote each other's organizations. The agreement includes promotions at school-based meetings and conferences and linkage to each other's Web sites. GAE's educational trade magazine, "KNOW" will feature two Special Olympics stories. Angie McCormick, GAE staff member and editor of the magazine has been instrumental in this partnership. For more information about GAE, visit the Web site www.georgianea.org
 

 

 

         

Volunteer of the Month

Yvette Adams

Yvette Adams, adaptive physical education teacher in Paulding County, puts her heart and soul into making sure Special Olympics is everything the eligible athletes of Paulding County could dream of. Her dedication and leadership skills go above and beyond. Yvette does everything within her power, including the supervision of medicals and constant reminders, to ensure the participation of Special Olympians.

She serves on Paulding County’s Local Management Team and is known as an organizational queen. Yvette has spent her time and energy planning events and training others to lead. She sets the standard high and truly cares about each athlete.

 Special Olympics Georgia currently serves 22,742 athletes with intellectual disabilities! However, the number of athletes serviced by Special Olympics Georgia is only 23% of the eligible athletes in the state.

Yvette Adams is recognized as the Special Olympics Georgia Volunteer of the Month for May 2006 because she not only enriches the lives of current athletes, she strives to reach out to those not involved. Congratulations Yvette; we appreciate you!

Do  you know someone who should be          

 Volunteer of the Month?
To nominate a Special Olympics Georgia volunteer for Volunteer of the Month: 1) download a "nomination form," 2) complete the form and 3) send it to April Aiken, Volunteer Manager via email, april.aiken@specialolympicsga.org, fax, 770-216-8339, or mail, 4000 Dekalb Technology Parkway, Building 400, Suite 400, Atlanta, GA 30309.

 

 

**Online Donations
You can make an online donation and support the 22,956 registered SOGA athletes.

 

 

 

Race for Champions

May 27

Interested in participating or volunteering for the race?

For more information contact

April Aiken 770-414-9390 ext 120

april.aiken@specialolympicsga.org

 

Bicycle Ride Across Georgia

June 10-17

Cyclists and volunteers living anywhere between Dalton and Augusta, including Cartersville, Jasper, Gainesville and Washington.

For more information contact

April Aiken 770-414-9390 ext 120

april.aiken@specialolympicsga.org

 

 

Committee Volunteers Needed

SOGA is looking for volunteers to serve on event planning committees.

For more information contact

Jessica Bennett 770-414-9390 ext 107

jessica.bennett@specialolympicsga.org

 

Special Thanks to Chick-fil-A for their support of SOGA's volunteers!

 

Jake's Ice Cream Tasting:

May 6

  

Grab a scoop of the official Special Olympics Georgia ice cream flavor at Jake’s Ice Cream & Sorbets at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 6 at 515 North McDonough St. in downtown Decatur. Local celebrity judges will select a winning flavor out of five finalists. The flavor will be offered at Jake’s through the summer and proceeds from the sale of the ice cream will benefit Special Olympics Georgia. Jake's will be involved with the Special Olympics State Summer Games, where participants will receive coupons for ice cream and other treats.  During the summer, Special Olympics will be participating in Jake's Scoop for a Cause Program.  They will help Jake's run the ice cream parlor for the day and Jake's will donate a portion of the sales back to the organization. 

 

Bicycle Ride Across Georgia

Saturday, June 10 - Saturday, June 17

Begins in Dalton, GA and ends in Augusta, GA

Special Olympics Georgia is partnering with Bicycle Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) to staff rest stops and to participate in a beautiful cycling ride across the state of Georgia. We will begin in Dalton, Georgia on Saturday, June 10 and ride to Augusta, Georgia by Saturday, June 17. This is not a race; BRAG is a family – oriented ride meant to provide enjoyment and excitement. Athletes and their coaches of Special Olympics Georgia can ride free.Volunteers and cheerleaders will be needed along the route.For more information contact April Aiken 770-414-9390 ext 120 april.aiken@specialolympicsga.org

Law Enforcement Torch Run

Special Olympics Georgia's Law Enforcement Run is starting this month. The run involves more than 1,500 law enforcement officers from more than 150 agencies who take part in a 1,000 mile, two week torch relay to pass the Special Olympics Georgia "Flame of Hope" across the state. The nine relays converge at Emory University during the State Summer Games Opening Ceremony.

The Torch Run culminates at the State Summer Games as officers enter the Opening Ceremony with the Olympic Torch - the Flame of Hope. The Torch is passed to a Special Olympics athlete who lights the Olympic cauldron signifying "Let the games begin!" Check our Web site soon to see if there is a route near you.

Car Program

 Are you thinking of selling or trading in that old car, boat or RV?  Why not donate it instead?  As a charitable contribution your donation could make a big difference.  SOGA has partnered with Car Program, LLC to turn your old vehicle into much needed funds for our program.  Car Program LLC (make a link to www.donateacar.com) is America's largest and most trusted car donation center and has processed over 500,000 car donations since 1992. Just download this form and fax it in.  Car Program LLC will make arrangements to conveniently and quickly pick-up your vehicle donation at no cost to you.  We handle the title transfer requirements and provide you with a tax deductible donation receipt at the time of pick-up! Click here for answers to frequently asked questions. (http://www.donateacar.com/faqs.html)  or call Heather Hart at (770) 414-9390 ext. 111 with questions.

 

Will you volunteer? See Special Olympics Georgia's upcoming volunteer opportunities.

To view the list of Special Olympics Georgia's upcoming volunteer opportunities, please visit SOGA and view the "2006 Calendar of Events" on the volunteer page.

 

 

 

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