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Students and staff praise Unified Sports program for inclusion and confidence-building
Summary
District students and staff described the positive social and developmental effects of Unified Sports and Special Olympics programs during a board meeting segment highlighting inclusive athletics.
Several students, staff and program supporters addressed the Tolleson Union High School District governing board to describe the district's Unified Sports and Special Olympics activities and their effect on student confidence, social skills and inclusion.
Speakers said the program gives students with and without disabilities opportunities to participate in team sports and activities they otherwise might not experience. "The benefits of Unified Sports are social…
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