Special Olympics PA
Lycoming County
The Mission of Special Olympics
The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills, and friendships with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.
Who can participate?
Individuals who are at least eight years old
and have been identified by an agency or professional as having one of
the following conditions: Intellectual disabilities or cognitive delays
as measured by formal assessment. These individuals are then required
to obtain a physical and a parent or guardian release form. These forms
must be kept current and on file with the Special Olympics PA Lycoming
County program.
There is never a charge for the athlete to participate.
Why should I volunteer?
Special Olympics volunteers come from all walks of life, all income brackets, and all age groups. Although no experience is necessary many bring specialized skills with them. Others sign on to learn new things. Simply put, the volunteers do it all. Whatever your interests, there are great volunteer opportunities for you at Special Olympics. From the one-day volunteer to those that can serve as coaches or committee members, your volunteer support is needed.
Copyright (C) 2010 Special Olympics PA Lycoming County. All Rights Reserved
"Let me win. but if I cannot win, let me be
brave in the attempt."
Website updated:
October 9, 2010 9pm
October 9, 2010 9pm
Want to know more?
The logo has five people who each have six
arms. The down position means "downtrodden," remembering a time when
many people thought those with intellectual disabilities were not able
to make good decisions or try new things. This often describes the
lives of athletes before they became involved in Special Olympics. Many
had few friends and spent most of their time alone. The straight arms
mean "equal," showing that our athletes are just like everyone else.
The raised arms represent "joy," and realizing ultimate goals. The five
people represent the five continents involved in Special Olympics at
the time the logo was created. The people are placed in a circle to
represent the world as there are Special Olympic athletes and
volunteers in almost every country around the globe.
The Meaning of the Special Olympics logo...
NEWS
Read about the meaning of the logo at the
bottom of this page.
MANAGEMENT
and COACHES MEETING
Next meeting of the Special Olympics PA Lycoming County Management team is Thursday September 16, 2010 at the Williamsport Hospital Conference Room 1B (Near the cafeteria). 7:00 PM
Next meeting of the Special Olympics PA Lycoming County Management team is Thursday September 16, 2010 at the Williamsport Hospital Conference Room 1B (Near the cafeteria). 7:00 PM
Our ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPIC FAMILY HAYRIDE!!
October 24, 2010 at 6PM
Ulmer's Farm Route 973 and Northway Rd in Cogan Station
Hot Dogs and Apple Cider Provided
If Attending....Please Bring Donuts to Share
FROSTBITE
5-MILE RUN / PENGUIN 5K WALK
The 30th annual Frostbite 5 mile run and 7th annual Penguin 5k walk will be held Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010. The race starts at the Dubositown Fire Hall at 1pm. This is one of our major fundraisers for the year. We know you don't want to think about frost right now, but mark your calendar to run, walk, donate, volunteer, or help solicit prizes. See the Downloads page for more information, an entry form, sponsor levels, and team sponsor forms.
Contact Lester Loner at 322-1577 for more information.
The 30th annual Frostbite 5 mile run and 7th annual Penguin 5k walk will be held Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010. The race starts at the Dubositown Fire Hall at 1pm. This is one of our major fundraisers for the year. We know you don't want to think about frost right now, but mark your calendar to run, walk, donate, volunteer, or help solicit prizes. See the Downloads page for more information, an entry form, sponsor levels, and team sponsor forms.
Contact Lester Loner at 322-1577 for more information.
Our website has undergone major renovations
and premiered in March 2010. Please check back often as we update the
Hot News regularly and will be adding new features.
Our Fundraising Store Coming Soon on the
Support page.
POSITIONS
OPEN:
We are looking for volunteers to fill the roles of Assistant County Manager and Secretray/Treasurer. See the Team page for more information about these positions in our program. Contact the County Manager for more information
We are looking for volunteers to fill the roles of Assistant County Manager and Secretray/Treasurer. See the Team page for more information about these positions in our program. Contact the County Manager for more information
Hand in Hand @ Lycoming College
October 24, 2010 2PM-4PM call 321-4165
October 24, 2010 2PM-4PM call 321-4165