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What is the SOActive Program?
In order to make SO programs more accessible and to increase participation numbers of school-aged children, SOS is proposing a partnership between Saskatchewan schools in which the school, students, and SOS can reap the benefits. The program strives to provide students with an intellectual disability the opportunity to become physically active and to participate in quality athletic and sport experiences while at school (during extracurricular hours or physical education classes). First and foremost, Special Olympics Saskatchewan wants the Special Olympics SOActive Program to fit into your school's existing programs. Schools have the freedom to develop whatever part(s) of the SOActive program that work for your school.
To Participate in the SOActive Program, the following steps need to be followed:
- Assign teacher(s) as main organizers of the program
- Identify students within the school who would like to participate
- Pick sport(s) or athletic skills that your club(s) would like to focus on – e.g. track & field or basic motor skills
- Decide whether this club will be an extracurricular activity or if it will take place during the allotted gym time during the week
- Fill out appropriate registration forms and send them to Special Olympics Saskatchewan
Registration forms and SOActive Tool Kit available by contacting Stefanie Vogt.
Benefits of registering in the SOActive Program:
Benefits to the Student – Athlete
 Enhanced confidence, social skills and self-esteem through participation in sport; improved motor skills, coordination, teamwork, and leadership skills.
High-quality, regular physical activity that will improve overall health.
Gain a better understanding of the benefits of physical activity and healthy lifestyle choices.
A chance to be part of a team and develop a sense of school pride.
A fun and friendly competitive experience
Access to information on Special Olympics community programs and events, resulting in increased likelihood of lifelong physical activity.
Benefits to the School
Association with a highly credible, worldwide, community-based
non-profit charitable organization.
The opportunity to highlight the accomplishments of your students to the rest of the school.
Competition opportunities for student athletes.
Volunteer opportunities for senior students.
Access to grants through Special Olympics Saskatchewan
Free materials and resources required to run a high-quality training program.
Benefits to Teachers
Access to subsidized coach education for all teachers and senior students assisting with the school program.
Membership in a network of over 475 volunteers province-wide.
Free subscription to our Special Olympics Saskatchewan newsletter, SOSLink
Various resource supports to assist this venture
Benefits to Special Olympics Saskatchewan
Increased ability to promote and develop both school-based and community-based Special Olympics programs, ensuring that students remain physically active with our organization both during and beyond their school years.
Increase awareness about successful inclusive classrooms.
Future Directions
Special Olympics Saskatchewan strives to see the SOActive program offered in many schools across the province. Check back here frequently for upcoming details.
Special Olympics Saskatchewan is pleased to have SOActive programs in the following Saskatchewan Schools:
St.Michael Community School (Prince Albert)
Carrot River High School
Tisdale Elementary, Middle & Secondary Schools
Fort Qu'appelle Elementary Community School
Minakik Wakahigan School (Pinehouse Lake)
Central Park Elementary School (Nipawin)
L.P. Miller Comprehensive School (Nipawin)
Wagner Elementary School (Nipawin)
White Fox Elementary School
F.W. Johnson (Regina)
Campbell Collegiate (Regina)
John Dolan School (Saskatoon)
Hugh Cairns School (Saskatoon)
William Mason School (Choiceland)
Ecole Zenon Park School ( Zenon Park)
For more information or to start a SOActive program at your school please contact:
Special Olympics Saskatchewan
Stefanie Vogt, Youth Development Coordinator
Toll Free: 1.800.307.6226 ext. 4
Direct Line: 306.780.9450
Email:
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