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Dec 18: Equestrian Holiday Party
Dec 18: Basketball County Games
Sneak Peak into 2011...
Jan 1: Publix Torch Sales Begin
Jan 4: "Summer Sports" Coaches Meeting
Jan 6: Management Team Meeting
Jan 7: SOFL Orlando Magic Night
Jan 8: Basketball Area Games
Jan 11: "Summer Sports" Coaches Meeting
Jan 12: "Summer Sports" Athlete Registration Meeting
Jan 15: "Summer Sports" begin
Jan 22: SOFL Polar Plunge
Jan 27: AIC Meeting
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BASKETBALL
Basketball season is off to a great start! Come out a support our athletes at their first competition of the season!
Basketball County Games
Saturday, December 18, 2010 from 9am-3pmNEW Location: Teague Middle School
1350 McNeil Road, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714-5499
Click Here for more information
Area Games information will be available shortly. Please keep an eye out for an email or call from your coach with details.
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EQUESTRIAN
The Equestrian Team, coached by Elise Hulme, has begun their 2010-2011 season with 5 athletes and is looking forward to another successful competition season!
Please come out and join them for their
2010 Holiday on Horseback Party
Saturday, December 18, 2010 at 10am
Come meet the horses, athletes and volunteers
Picnic lunch to follow - Bring a dish and folding chairs.
Circle H Ranch, 5636 Deer Path Lane, Sanford
Equest9946@aol.com
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"SUMMER SPORTS STARTING SOON
Bocce, Cycling, Tennis, Track, Volleyball, Soccer
Volunteer & Coaches Meeting
New volunteers and coaches needed
January 4 and 11 at 6:30pm
1225 Bennett Drive, Suite 133, Longwood Fl 32701
Athlete Registration Meeting
Wednesday, January 12 at 6:30pm
St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church- Annex
869 Maitland Avenue Altamonte Springs, Fl 32701
(Annex is in the back of the complex, past the gym)
Please contact Rosemary Whelan for more information: 407.963.5667 or
Rosemary@specialolympicsseminolecounty.org
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2011 SPECIAL OLYMPICS FLORIDA POLAR PLUNGE
Be a part of the coolest event of the year!
On Saturday, January 22, 2011 a handful of volunteers and athletes will be FREEZING for a REASON! They will be taking the plunge into ICY COLD water to support Special Olympics Seminole County.
HELP their efforts by joining a team or donating.
Please click here to help!
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2011 PUBLIX TORCH SALES
Publix is Special Olympics Florida's #1 Sponsor! Every year they donate thousands of dollars to our program. Please help us continue to receive this support by selling paper "torches" at select Publix stores.
We are asking families and volunteers to look at their schedule and sign up for 2-hr shifts to help sell torches in January. Please sign up below for a shift and contact us if you would like to be a store leader. You are welcome to volunteer at any store in any city.
Torch Sale Dates:
Saturdays Jan 1, 8, 15 from 12pm-4pm
Sundays Jan 2, 9, 16 from 12pm-4pm
For more informaiton:
Jjoin us for a kick-off meeting on Thursday, December 2, 2010 from 6:30-8:00pm at 1225 Bennett Drive, Suite 133, Longwood Fl 32750
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP ONLINE FOR A SHIFT
RanwaNin@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
PS - Remember to clip the P&G brandSAVERTM coupons featuring Special Olympics in your local newspaper on Sunday, December 26, so you can support Special Olympics, while you shop at Publix, by purchasing your favorite P&G products like Tide, Pampers, Bounty and many other well-known brands during the month of January. The more coupons redeemed means more funds raised to benefit our athletes!
And while you're at Publix January 1-19, keep the spirit of the season going by purchasing your very own paper torch at the check-out register for $1, $3, $5 or $10 to support Special Olympics and your local athletes!
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ORLANDO MAGIC TICKETS
The Orlando Magic have dedicated the Friday, January 7th game to Special Olympics Florida. The tip-off is at 8:00 PM.
Publix and Procter & Gamble are sponsoring our athletes to attend for FREE! We have a limited number of tickets. Tickets will be used for athletes, family members and volunteers. No group transportation or supervision will be provided at this event.
If you are interested in attending
Please send your request to Marie@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org or 407-782-0525.
Phone calls cannot be accepted during business hours but voice messages will be returned within 24-48 hours.
Please let us know your name and number of tickets requested.
BE MAGIC!
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ATHLETE LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS |
ATHLETE INPUT COUNCIL
The Athlete Input Council serves as representatives and leaders for SOSC athletes. Our next meeting will be:
Tuesday, January 27, 2011 at 6:30 - 8:00pm
1225 Bennett Drive, Suite 133, Longwood, FL 32750
For more information, please contact:
Kevin Lajeunesse, 407-257-7730 or
Kevin@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
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GLOBAL MESSENGER
The role of the Global Messenger is to help promote the Special Olympics. Global Messengers are expected to go out in the community to speak to about the joy of participating in Special Olympics.
We are very fortunate, and most proud to have two Global Messengers for Seminole County:
Chris Friedman
and
Richard Mendola
We encourage the community to "listen to our athletes". If you are interested in having Chris or Richard speak to your company or organization, please contact:
Kevin Lajeunesse, 407-257-7730 or
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Whether you are a parent, guardian, educator or volunteer you can help us make a difference!
If you are interested in joining a committee!
Thursday, January 6, 2010 from 6:00-6:30pm
1225 Bennett Drive, Suite 133, Longwood, FL 32750
For more info: Marie El-khoury at 407-782-0525 or
Marie@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU ALL!
| Ajay M | Kristin Ann C | | Alan F | Kurt M | | Anthony V | Luis "Fernando" O | | Courtney C | Mathew T | | David G | Michael F | | Domonique D | Michael M | | Ian K | Natalie S | | Jami H | Shawne B | | Jeffrey S | Simone M | | Jessica L | Stephanie S | | Julie W | Taylor N |
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VOLUNTEER POSITIONS WANTED
Special Olympics Seminole County has the potential to spread the joy of Special Olympics to hundreds of new athletes... but we need YOU! SOSC is in need of passionate and dedicated volunteers to join our committees and team of coaches. This can include: registration, training, competition, fundraising, school based programs, and more! Volunteer duties would be at least 5-10 hours a month with a preferred commitment of at least a year. A majority of work can be completed at the work site of your choice, whether home or our donated office space. Computer knowledge is preferred. For more information, please contact Ranwa Nin El-khoury at RanwaNin@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
"Your actions inspire others to dream more,
learn more, do more and become more."
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SOSC ON FACEBOOK
Click Here to become a Facebook Fan of Special Olympics Seminole County. Chat with parents, coaches, supporters and keep up with events and updates. |
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SEMINOLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS | |
We are thrilled to have 3 schools taking part in our 2010 Basketball County Games on Saturday, December 18, 2010! The athletes and coaches will be a great addition to the fun day of competition. Thank you to everyone who helped make this dream a reality! Go Luck!
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS |
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THIS MONTH'S EDITION OF THE "SEMINOLE SPIRIT"
WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY
A TOUCH OF HOPE
AND R&R MASSAGE THERAPY
 For only $25... Your sponsorship helps support the cost of printing the hard copy of the newsletter and pays for the email marketing program used to distribute the e-news.
Would you like to sponsor a newsletter?
Please contact Winston Jones at 407-923-3902
We encourage you to consider supporting those who support Special Olympics Seminole County! Recognition of support/sponsorship of SOSC does not constitute endorsement by Special Olympics.
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Special Olympics Seminole County relies greatly on assistance from Sponsors. They are always in need, not only to provide financial help, but to offer safe and productive training facilities to our athletes. Without the generous donations of many organizations, our athletes would not have the facilities, equipment, volunteers or funds to train and compete on a year-round basis for free. We all appreciate everyone's support!
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HOW TO MAKE A DONATION TO SPECIAL OLYMPICS SEMINOLE COUNTY
SOSC is funded primarily through individual and corporate contributions, grants, sponsorships, and yearly fundraisers. This financial assistance covers many essential expenses including equipment, uniforms, transportation, meals, lodging, volunteer training, and more. Any contribution or assistance you can provide to help SOSC meet these financial goals is greatly appreciated! If you would like to make a donation by mail, please send your contribution to the following address:
Special Olympics Seminole County
PO Box 520742
Longwood, FL 32750-0742
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The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round sports training and competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for persons eight years of age and older with intellectual disabilities, giving them the opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics Athletes, and the community.
To Learn More About Special Olympics and it's History Click Here |
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On behalf of Special Olympics Seminole County, we appreciate all the Volunteers, Coaches, Sponsors and Donors who have contributed their time, talents and treasures to help make our program a success! | |
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Special Olympics
Seminole County's
Online Photo Gallery
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Vocational Rehabilitation
Casselberry
Have you ever thought about getting a job+ Having extra money to spend? Being more independent.?
Vocational Rehabilitation Services can help you achieve those goals. We are state a agency whose job is to assist people with disabilities to obtain employment. We provide assessment, job coaching, and supported employment services to those that need that extra help. If you live in Seminole County we have two offices to serve you, in Sanford and Casselberry.
We have an open orientation in the Casselberry office every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 8:45 a.m.
Vocational Rehabilitation Services.
917 East 436. Casselberry, FL. 32707.
Call or have someone call for you, to get further directions.
407-262-7428.
If you really want to get a job we can help you. |
The City of Altamonte Springs Special Community Services and the Advisory Board for the Disabled, Inc. provide social activities throughout the year at minimal cost to the mentally and physically challenged population in Altamonte Springs surrounding communities. |
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I CAN SPEAK CAMPAIGN
in conjuction with the
Seminole County Public Schools
Do you have an "extra" iPhone or iPod after upgrading to a new one? Wondering what to do with your
old one? There is a great opportunity for you if you answered yes to either question !
There are students with special needs, such as those with autism, who can use these devices to communicate
and enhance their educational programs! Some of these students attend your zoned school.
By donating your old iPhone or iPod it can be used with specially designed applications to help a child,
who is not able to verbally communicate, to have a voice!
Click Here for More Information |
Through quality and innovation, Quest has built communities where people with disabilities have achieved their goals for more than 40 years. From a variety of residential and employment options, to behavioral therapy and even a recreational summer camp, Quest serves more than 1,000 individuals on any given day in Central Florida. By offering these opportunities to learn, live, work and play, children and adults can imagine and achieve their full capabilities. | |
Serving kids with all types of special needs, including cerebral palsy, Down Syndrome, autism, speech and developmental delays, vision and hearing impairments |
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CARD serves children and adults of all levels of intellectual functioning who have autism, autistic-like disabilities, pervasive developmental disorders, dual sensory impairments (deaf-blindness), or a vision or hearing loss in addition to other disabling conditions. |
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Nathaniel's Hope was founded in 2002 to meet the needs of kids with special needs (VIP Kids) and their families. VIP Kids are those with any physical, cognitive, medical or hidden disability, chronic or life-threatening illness, or those that are medically fragile. Through their personal experience with their son Nathaniel, co-founders Tim and Marie Kuck saw first-hand how demanding it can be to raise a child with special needs. |
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Agency for Persons with Disabilities
The APD works in partnership with local communities and private providers to assist people who have developmental disabilities and their families. APD also provides assistance in identifying the needs of people with developmental disabilities for supports and services. |
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Florida Disabilities Council
The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council (FDDC) is a non-profit organization funded through federal assistance from the Department of Health and Human Services Administration on Developmental Disabilities. The Council accomplishes its mission by supporting innovative initiatives that demonstrate new approaches to enhance the independence, productivity, inclusion and self-determination of individuals with developmental disabilities in all facets of community life. |
Down Syndrome Association Of Central Florida
The Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida is the leading voice for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. We offer hope, encouragement and acceptance through advocacy, education and awareness so that each may realize their potential as members of our community. |
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Autism Society of Greater Orlando
The mission or goal of the Autism Society of Greater Orlando is that all individuals within the autism spectrum will be provided a lifetime network of opportunities to become fully accepted, included, and actively participating members of our community, through family support, education, and advocacy, and public awareness. |
Lighthouse of Central Florida
Provides life-changing services for blind and sight-impaired babies, children, teens and adults, seniors and their families in Orange, Osceola, Seminole counties and The Villages. | |
Is your child in need of special services in school? Is he struggling? Have his grades been dropping? Is he having behavioral problems? Have you been trying to get the school system to evaluate your child and they ignore you? |
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Autism Speaks was founded in February 2005 by Bob and Suzanne Wright, grandparents of a child with autism. Since then, Autism Speaks has grown into the nation's largest autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. We are proud of what we've been able to accomplish and look forward to continued successes in the years ahead.
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GARDENS OF LIFE
Committed to educating and empowering adults to discover their full potential and achieve independent life skills addressing their social, recreational, vocational and residential needs.
The Culture Garden offers participants opportunity to shine like the stars they are in the
Gardens of Life, Inc |
Dedicated to Serving Those With Special Needs!
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