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Special Olympics Kansas offer year-round training and athletic competition in 20 Olympic-type sports to children and adults with Intellectual Disabilities.

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UNIFIED CHAMPION SCHOOLS

Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® is an opportunity for schools to intentionally promote meaningful social inclusion.

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HEALTH & FITNESS PROGRAMMING

Staying fit is more than participating in sports. It’s a lifestyle. Learn more about our programming to support an active lifestyle for all of our athletes.

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AWARDS

Each year Special Olympics Kansas recognizes outstanding athletes and individuals who contribute to the organization.

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ATHLETE LEADERSHIP

Special Olympics Athlete Leadership Programs (ALP’s) allow athletes to explore opportunities in roles previously considered “non-traditional”.

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YOUNG ATHLETES

Innovative sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, ages 2-7, designed to introduce them to the world of Special Olympics.

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John L. Cassidy Heartland Winter Games

State Basketball & Cheerleading

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State Powerlifting & Flag Football

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Charles E. Watson Fall Outdoor Classic

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World Winter Games Turin 2025

2026 USA Games

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February 2019
Manhattan Polar Plunge

February 23, 2019

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Manhattan Polar Plunge

February 23, 2019

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Lawrence Polar Plunge

February 24, 2019

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Lawrence Polar Plunge

February 24, 2019

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Tip A Cop: Leawood

February 25, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Tip A Cop: Leawood

February 25, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
March 2019
Hutchinson Polar Plunge

March 2, 2019

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Hutchinson Polar Plunge

March 2, 2019

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Garden City Polar Plunge

March 9, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

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Garden City Polar Plunge

March 9, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

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