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Our athletes are making headlines! Read below for stories of empowerment, inclusion, hope and respect within Special Olympics Tennessee and the wider Special Olympics global community.
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White County High School Teacher Selected to Attend Winter World Games in Russia
Special Education Teacher will join Special Olympics USA as alpine skiing coach in Kazan, Russia.
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Young Athletes
It's Time to YAP
If you have a child, age 2-7, we want you to join us!
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Special Olympics Tennessee First Annual Health Summit
Golisano Health Award Honorees and Athlete Health Messengers featured in Important Health Discussions to Set the Stage for Inclusive Health in Tennessee
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Health Check
Young Athletes
Covid-19 Risk for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Why Inclusive Health Matters More Than Ever
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