Athletes Carry Torch at State Games 

Two WDSRA Wildcat athletes had the honor of participating in a long standing opening ceremonies tradition at the Special Olympics Illinois basketball competition. Andrew had the honor of being one of  four people from Area 2 selected to carry the torch. While Ray had the honor of lighting the torch. The event took place this past weekend at Illinois State University in Bloomington.    

Congratulations Ray and Andrew!

Spring Break Adventures in Jamaica  

Fifteen participants and three staff are spending their spring break in the beautiful Caribbean island of Jamaica!  

Summer Staffing Going on NOW

It's not too early to apply for summer jobs. There are several different opportunities and varying schedules including: seasonal (evenings & weekends), weekly, one-time special events, field trips, day camps (M-F 9am-3pm or 1/2 days), before and after care, swim lessons, etc. 

Everyone must apply online.  Apply for summer employment here. For more details, contact Wendy wendyc@wdsra.com or 630-681-0962 ext577. 

Have a passion for singing? WDSRA Singers is for YOU! This group is perfect for those serious about singing and looking to fine tune their talents. You'll practice solo and group songs as well as perform in the annual Performing Arts Recital.    

Details--Ages 16+, Wednesdays 6-7pm, 4/8-5/13, Wheaton Park District Community Center, $36, code 525613-1. For more details, contact Amy at amyw@wdsra.com or 630-681-0962 ext561.  

Spring Horseback Riding Lessons

Have you ever wanted to take horseback riding lessons? Did you know that riding a horse can be therapeutic? WDSRA has partnered with Friends for Therapeutic Equine Activities to offer riding lessons at Kingsway Farm in Winfield. This program is accredited by PATH International and will be led by Therapeutic Riding Instructors.

Details--Ages 7+, Thursdays, 11-11:45am, 4/9-5/14, Kingsway Farm Stables in Winfield, $310, code 525006-1. For more details, contact Amy at 

amyw@wdsra.com or 630-681-0962 ext561.  

Special Needs Screening Series

Studio Movie Grill offers family-friendly movies FREE for children with special needs and their siblings. Movies are shown with the lights up, the volume lowered and children are free to move 

around, talk or even dance in the aisles during the movie.  Plus, order any menu item marked with the SMG Chefs for 

Charity badge and SMG will donate 5% of the proceeds to WDSRA.  

Cinderella-- Saturday, March 21st 

11am
Studio Movie Grill
301 Rice Lake Square, Wheaton

Special needs children & their siblings are FREE. All other guests are $6/ticket.  

Will you be the 2015 Illinois MISS AMAZING? Miss Amazing celebrates girls & young women with disabilities giving them the opportunity to build self-confidence in a supportive environment.

Girls and young ladies participate in three required areas: Interview, Introduction, Evening Wear, Talent Showcase (optional). All will be crowned as princesses. One girl in each age group will be selected as queen to represent her state for the year.

Applications can be found at www.missamazingpageant.com  

Apply before March 22nd

Cost: donation of 5 cans of food