Check out photos from Wednesday’s rally against the R-word at the State Capitol. Governor Nathan Deal and other government officials participated in Special Olympics Georgia’s rally to encourage people to stop using the word “retard.” Gov. Deal also declared March 2 “Spread the Word to End the Word Day.”
Students from Jones County who are also unified sports partners, who are athletes in the program who compete with athletes who have intellectual disabilities. Other students are youth forum leaders who participated in a week-long camp last summer, learning leadership skills and about working with people with intellectual disabilities.
Athletes, coaches and supporters from all over the state who couldn’t come to the rally, recognized the day in their communities. Below is a photo of Henry County Parks and Recreation staff.
Other speakers at the rally included: SOGA CEO Georgia Milton-Sheats, World Games Gold Medalist Erin Hoffman and Unified Sports Partner Raven Hughey. Each talked about the importance of safe, inclusive environments where all people can feel accepted and respected.
R-Word campaign
Play golf April 11 with Johns Creek PD
by SOGAGolf in the Johns Creek Police Department for their Annual Golf Tournament Monday, April 11th at The Standard Club. This tournament, benefiting Special Olympics Georgia, is an 18-hole four man scramble format and entry starts at $125 and includes green fees, carts, lunch and reception. Don’t miss out on this great day celebrating both the Johns Creek Police Department and Special Olympics Georgia. For more information, please click here.
Brio’s hosts bocce April 10
by SOGABrio’s Tuscan Grill at Perimeterhosts a bocce event Sunday, April 10, where players can also enjoy silent auction, drawings, hor’s d’oeurves, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. The event, sponsored by La Societa Italiana, goes from 2 until 5 p.m. Sign up as teams of two people. Click here to sign up.
The restaurant is located at 700 Ashwood Pkwy. Atlanta, GA 30338
Click here for more information or contact Jennifer at 770 414-9390 ext. 110 or jennifer.daniell@specialolympicsga.org
Or Mickey Vergara at hvergara@att.net
Duck Derby March E-blast
by SOGAEat at Chili’s March 23
by SOGAChili’s sounds great for lunch and dinner March 23. Go to any location in the metro area except for Discover Mills, Statesboro or at the airport. When you bring this flyer, Special Olympics Georgia receives 10 percent of what you spend.
Art Auction at The Mansion
by SOGA2011 Duck Derby
by SOGAJoin us to rally against the R-word
by SOGACheck out photos from Wednesday’s rally against the R-word at the State Capitol. Governor Nathan Deal and other government officials participated in Special Olympics Georgia’s rally to encourage people to stop using the word “retard.” Gov. Deal also declared March 2 “Spread the Word to End the Word Day.”
Students from Jones County who are also unified sports partners, who are athletes in the program who compete with athletes who have intellectual disabilities. Other students are youth forum leaders who participated in a week-long camp last summer, learning leadership skills and about working with people with intellectual disabilities.
Athletes, coaches and supporters from all over the state who couldn’t come to the rally, recognized the day in their communities. Below is a photo of Henry County Parks and Recreation staff.
Other speakers at the rally included: SOGA CEO Georgia Milton-Sheats, World Games Gold Medalist Erin Hoffman and Unified Sports Partner Raven Hughey. Each talked about the importance of safe, inclusive environments where all people can feel accepted and respected.
R-Word campaign
R-Word Rally
by SOGACops & Rodders Car Show
by SOGAJoin Atlanta Police Department on March 19th for the annual car show. Click here for more information.
Buy a Torch to Celebrate 25 Years of the Law Enforcement Torch Run!
by SOGABuy a Torch Today! Thank you!