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Ahead of World Esports Day, Special Olympics North America and PlayVS Are Proud to Celebrate the Adoption of Unified Esports Competition Into More Than Half of Special Olympics Programs Nationwide

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PlayVS, the leading amateur esports platform and operator of official state high school esports leagues across the United States, today announced the expansion of the joint Special Olympics North America's Unified esports league with the addition of Special Olympics Programs in Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee. The addition of these three states brings esports adoption with Special Olympics to over half the country, with 28 states choosing to compete in just two short years of partnership. Since 2021, PlayVS has served as the official operator for the Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® national high school esports league in the U.S.

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  • The innovative collaboration combines students with intellectual disabilities (Special Olympics athletes) and students without intellectual disabilities (Unified partners) on inclusive esports teams.
  • PlayVS operates an ongoing official partnership with Special Olympics North America, with both parties championing the notion that students everywhere should have access to the community, camaraderie and competition that scholastic esports provide.
  • The news comes ahead of World Esports Day on October 21, bringing increased esports access to students across the country.
  • With the addition of Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee, PlayVS has tripled its Unified league participation since the inception of its partnership with Special Olympics North America.

Special Olympics Washington and Seattle Public Schools Team Up to Bring Unified Champion Schools Programming District-Wide

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Saturday, April 22, 2023
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SEATTLE, April 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Special Olympics Washington, one of the leading advocates for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Washington, announced today a partnership with Seattle Public Schools that will bring its Unified Champion Schools programming to students throughout the district. With more than 50,000 students across 104 schools, Seattle Public Schools (SPS) is the largest K-12 school system in Washington State.

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  • With more than 50,000 students across 104 schools, Seattle Public Schools (SPS) is the largest K-12 school system in Washington State.
  • The Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools program promotes meaningful social inclusion by bringing together students with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities to create accepting school climates.
  • Unified Soccer League Play on Saturday, April 22
    As part of its partnership with Special Olympics Washington, on Saturday, April 22, Seattle Public Schools will host Unified soccer league play at Ingraham High School (1819 N 135th, Seattle).
  • Representatives from Seattle Public Schools and Special Olympics Washington will be onsite for media interviews from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

NSHSS Recognizes 18 Remarkable Students Under 18 For Outstanding Leadership

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022
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ATLANTA, Sept. 27, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) awarded 18 of the nation's stand-out students under the age of 18 with the second annual 18 Under 18 Scholarship. Applicants created short videos detailing their passions and contributions to society, what makes their leadership styles effective within their communities, and how they plan to utilize their passions to further effect positivity and change.

Key Points: 
  • National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) recently awarded some of the nation's most accomplished students under the age of 18 with the second annual 18 Under 18 Scholarship.
  • ATLANTA, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) awarded 18 of the nation's stand-out students under the age of 18 with the second annual 18 Under 18 Scholarship.
  • "As one of the first organizations to award an 18 Under 18 Scholarship, we are proud to recognize these students for their exemplary achievements," said NSHSS Co-founder, James Lewis.
  • Eighteen top students from across the country were chosen by NSHSS to be awarded a $1,000 scholarship.

Special Olympics International Hosts a Global Youth Leadership Summit with vFairs

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022
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WASHINGTON, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Special Olympics International announced it is hosting a Global Youth Leadership Summit on 20 and 21 May 2022. The event will bring together young people aged 14 - 25 and other youth-focused organizations. This is the first global convening of Special Olympics Youth Leaders since the last in person Global Youth Leadership Summit in 2019 in Abu Dhabi. More than 150 youth and adult leaders with and without intellectual disabilities from over 35 countries came together in Abu Dhabi during World Games to share and develop their ideas for a more inclusive world. This Virtual Summit is expected to bring together over 1,000 people globally, including those new to Special Olympics. If you wish to register for this Summit, please visit the event page to register.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Special Olympics International announced it is hosting a Global Youth Leadership Summit on 20 and 21 May 2022.
  • This is the first global convening of Special Olympics Youth Leaders since the last in person Global Youth Leadership Summit in 2019 in Abu Dhabi.
  • This Virtual Summit is expected to bring together over 1,000 people globally, including those new to Special Olympics.
  • The two-day virtual Global Youth Leadership Summit theme is "Called to Connect."

Bob’s Discount Furniture Celebrates 8-Year Collaboration with Special Olympics

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022
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Bobs Discount Furniture , one of the fastest growing omni-channel furniture retailers in the country, today announced its 8th year of collaboration with Special Olympics, which, to date, has raised close to $450,000.

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  • Bobs Discount Furniture , one of the fastest growing omni-channel furniture retailers in the country, today announced its 8th year of collaboration with Special Olympics, which, to date, has raised close to $450,000.
  • A staple in each Bobs Discount Furniture store, the Bobs Caf is more than just free goodies and gourmet coffee, its also one of the ways in which Bobs gives back to the community.
  • All the money collected in Bobs Cafs between April 1 and June 30 will be presented to Special Olympics.
  • Founded in 1991, Bobs Discount Furniture is one of the fastest growing furniture retailers in the country.

Special Olympics Florida Celebrates 50 Years of Transforming Lives

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Monday, February 28, 2022
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Special Olympics Florida was formally founded in February of 1972 and, for 50 years, has provided year-round sports training and competitions to athletes with intellectual disabilities across the Sunshine State.

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  • Special Olympics Florida was formally founded in February of 1972 and, for 50 years, has provided year-round sports training and competitions to athletes with intellectual disabilities across the Sunshine State.
  • 2022 promises to be a landmark year for Special Olympics Florida for several reasons.
  • From June 5 through June 12, Special Olympics Florida will host the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games in Orlando.
  • Special Olympics Florida was founded in February 1972 by a group of volunteers and activists committed to helping people with intellectual disabilities lead happier, more satisfying lives.

Special Olympics and the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Team up for Global Youth-Led Campaign for Inclusion in Education

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Thursday, November 18, 2021
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"We are honored to gain the continued support of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation to bring to the world a Global Campaign for Inclusion that rejects and counters the divisive words of political extremes.

Key Points: 
  • "We are honored to gain the continued support of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation to bring to the world a Global Campaign for Inclusion that rejects and counters the divisive words of political extremes.
  • The Special Olympics' message of inclusion is one of acceptance of difference that touches hundreds of millions of children and youth around the world," said Tim Shriver, Chair of the Special Olympics International Board of Directors.
  • Through Play Unified: Learn Unified, Special Olympics and SNF have transformed school settings into communities of acceptance and inclusion.
  • Founded in 1968 , Special Olympics is a global movement to end discrimination against people with intellectual disabilities.

Special Olympics and the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Team up for Global Youth-Led Campaign for Inclusion in Education

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Thursday, November 18, 2021
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"We are honored to gain the continued support of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation to bring to the world a Global Campaign for Inclusion that rejects and counters the divisive words of political extremes.

Key Points: 
  • "We are honored to gain the continued support of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation to bring to the world a Global Campaign for Inclusion that rejects and counters the divisive words of political extremes.
  • The Special Olympics' message of inclusion is one of acceptance of difference that touches hundreds of millions of children and youth around the world," said Tim Shriver, Chair of the Special Olympics International Board of Directors.
  • Through Play Unified: Learn Unified, Special Olympics and SNF have transformed school settings into communities of acceptance and inclusion.
  • Founded in 1968 , Special Olympics is a global movement to end discrimination against people with intellectual disabilities.

Actor Chris Pratt Becomes Official Ambassador of Golf and Lifestyle Brand TravisMathew

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Monday, November 8, 2021
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HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., Nov. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --TravisMathew announced today that actor Chris Pratt is the latest celebrity to officially partner with the brand.

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  • HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., Nov. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --TravisMathew announced today that actor Chris Pratt is the latest celebrity to officially partner with the brand.
  • "While we have typically signed ambassadors in the sports world, TravisMathew is equal part sports and lifestyle so Chris was a perfect fit.
  • The TravisMathew brand is committed to positive community impact and is proud to support Pratt in his ongoing efforts with Special Olympics.
  • "I am so excited to officially partner with TravisMathew, a brand that I've been wearing on and off of the golf course for a long time", said Chris Pratt.

Chris Pratt & Katherine Schwarzenegger Newest Special Olympics Global Ambassadors

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Monday, October 4, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Actor Chris Pratt and author Katherine Schwarzenegger have been named the newest Special Olympics Global Ambassadors, joining the frontlines of the global movement for inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Actor Chris Pratt and author Katherine Schwarzenegger have been named the newest Special Olympics Global Ambassadors, joining the frontlines of the global movement for inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.
  • Special Olympics athletes admire Katherine and Chris because they are relatable, genuine, and inspiring.
  • -CEO Mary Davis
    "Special Olympics athletes admire Katherine and Chris because they are relatable, genuine, and inspiring," said Mary Davis, CEO of Special Olympics.
  • "Special Olympics has always been a huge part of my life," said Schwarzenegger, granddaughter of Eunice Kennedy Shriver, the founder of Special Olympics.