Special Olympians prepare for Area

On April 2, hundreds of Special Education Students gathered at Blossom Athletic Center for the NEISD Special Olympics.

At the event, athletes participated in running and field events.

From our campus, a total of 35 students competed.

The Star Spangled Banner was performed by TR Special Olympian Tyree Thomas.

“It felt very comfortable; I want people to think I show a legacy,” he said.

Participants also won many individual awards.

From the students of our campus that competed, eight are headed for Area Track on May 16, many of whom were also on the special olympics basketball team that placed first place in South Texas.

The area event will take place at Harlandale.

“It was very energetic and exhilarating,” Special Olympian William Thompson said.

To help raise money for the end-of-year events for Special Olympics, culinary arts students will also hold a Baked Potato Sale tomorrow April 23.

The event has been held for almost 40 years and the money collected will contribute to the Special Awards which will be held at the end of the year.

With 100 potatoes sold last year and $600 dollars made, this year students plan on selling more potatoes than previous years.

“I think it’s an awesome way for teachers and students to contribute to a great cause,” Culinary Arts Teacher Karen Coleman said.