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Tigard-Tualatin students, coaches and parents highlight Unified sports and World Down Syndrome Day at board meeting
Summary
Students, coaches and parents from Tigard and Tualatin high schools presented the board with a year of Unified Sports accomplishments and asked the district to continue stable funding and staff support; the board also heard a student presentation on World Down Syndrome Day.
Board members spent the start of their March 11 meeting recognizing student-run Unified sports programs that combine athletes with and without intellectual disabilities and a student presentation marking World Down Syndrome Day.
The evening’s Unified Sports presentation included athletes, peer tutors, coaches and volunteers from both Tigard and Tualatin high schools. Students described Unified as a program that “makes me feel happy and included,” builds confidence, and creates durable friendships. The board watched slides and heard brief remarks from multiple student athletes and parents.
Board member Director Kitch introduced coaches and athletes and invited them to…
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