Campus News: a glimpse of the impact of Special Olympics

Staff at Latham Centers welcomes new student on her first day and shows her the Latham campus playground.

In the words of Latham School students: “I like all the Special Olympics athletics because I get to get more physically fit while hanging out with my peers.” – Chris S. “I like to play basketball and bowl in Special Olympics. I love going to the tournaments because I get to meet all sorts of…

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Latham Special Olympian receives ‘Heart of the Winner’ and ‘Athlete of the Year’ awards

Latham’s Physical Education Teacher Monique Williams made a heartwarming announcement at our Year End Celebration last month. After sharing highlights of this year’s Special Olympics program successes with more than 200 students, families, staff, and Latham friends, she brought Latham School student Christopher M. to the stage to announce that he is the recipient of…

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Special Olympics football and soccer seasons begin

The Latham Hawks have begun weekly practices for the fall Special Olympics season. Coached by campus staff volunteers, we have 24 students participating in football and 19 students in soccer. Latham’s Special Olympics Coordinator Monique Williams reported that both teams have a great group this season. “We continue to see an increase in participation from…

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Students and Staff Support the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics

The Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) is the, “largest public awareness vehicle and grass-roots fundraiser for Special Olympics.” Known, “honorably as the Guardians of the Flame, law enforcement members and Special Olympics athletes carry the ‘Flame of Hope,’ into the Opening Ceremony of local competitions.” The students of Latham Centers were proud to support the runners…

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Slideshow: Latham Hawk’s Bowling Team


Click here to see the entire show! Bowling is one of the students’ favorite physical activities. They play as a team and support one another while still keeping track of personal scores! While some students opt to bowl with the aid of staff and bumpers, other students want to experience the tournament unaided. Way to…

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