Healthy Athletes at Summer Games
2026-06-06 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Maize South High School, 3701 N Tyler Rd, Wichita, KS, 67205, United States
Join us for Healthy Athletes at Summer Games, where Special Olympics Kansas athletes can receive free health screenings and wellness education while competing at one of the biggest events of the year.
The Healthy Athletes screenings will take place on June 6, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Maize South High School as part of the exciting Special Olympics Kansas Summer Games.
Healthy Athletes® is a Special Olympics program offered at Summer Games that provides athletes with free health screenings, education, and follow-up resources in a welcoming and supportive environment. Through a team of trained medical professionals and volunteers, athletes receive care across multiple health disciplines designed to identify unmet health needs and promote lifelong wellness. Healthy Athletes® helps athletes compete at their best while building healthier habits that extend beyond competition.
Athletes will have the opportunity to participate in six different Healthy Athletes disciplines, including:

Opening Eyes – Vision and eye health screenings
Healthy Hearing – Hearing and audiology screenings
Special Smiles – Dental health screenings and education
Health Promotion – Prevention and nutrition education
FUNfitness – Physical therapy assessments for strength, flexibility, and balance
Fit Feet – Foot and ankle screenings and footwear education

Volunteers play a vital role in making Healthy Athletes possible. If you’re interested in helping support athlete wellness, you can sign up here:Volunteer: https://givepul.se/9x4h1c
Stop by, learn more about athlete health, and help ensure Special Olympics athletes have the support they need to stay healthy and strong both on and off the field! Contact Rhae at burtr@soks.org with any questions or for more information.

Garden City Lemonade Battle, Torch Run & Trails and Treats
2026-08-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Golden Plains Credit Union, 1714 East Kansas Avenue, Garden City, United States
Garden City Lemonade Battle, Torch Run & Trails and TreatsJoin us on August 26, 2026, for an evening of community fun and support at the Garden City Lemonade Battle, Torch Run, and Trails & Treats! Hosted at Golden Plains Credit Union, this unique event brings together families, athletes, law enforcement, and local businesses—all in celebration of inclusion and the mission of Special Olympics Kansas.
The festivities begin with the Lemonade Battle, where local groups and businesses compete for bragging rights and the title of Garden City’s Best Lemonade. Attendees can vote Red vs. Blue by donating to their favorite stand, with all proceeds benefiting Special Olympics Kansas.
Next, lace up for the Torch Run, a meaningful tradition where law enforcement officers and community members carry the Flame of Hope in a show of unity and support for SOKS athletes. This inspiring run highlights the heart of the Law Enforcement Torch Run movement.
The night concludes with Trails & Treats, a family-friendly walk where kids can trick-or-treat along the trail, meet first responders and athletes, and enjoy activities in a safe, welcoming environment.
It’s an evening full of flavor, fitness, and fun—perfect for all ages. Come out and be part of a community event that truly shines!
Registration link coming soon.
