This course is designed for students interested in participating in the Unified Special Olympics program. Special Olympics promotes social inclusion through shared sports training and competition experiences by bringing together students with and without intellectual disabilities on the same team.
Unified Sports is built on the principle that training and playing together fosters friendship, understanding, and respect. Teams are composed of students of similar age and ability. Students enrolled in this course will serve as mentors and teammates for members of the Neosho Junior High Special Olympics Team, supporting skill development, teamwork, and inclusive participation.
A physical education course is a requirement for both 7th and 8th grade.