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Special Olympics - D47

A young boy proudly flexes his muscles in the foreground, wearing a medal, while blurred figures and tents form the background of an outdoor event.
Two young women smile at the camera in the foreground, with a blurred crowd and a bright sky in the background.
A young boy in headphones runs on a red track in the foreground, with a blurred person and a green and blue field in the background.
In the foreground, a girl in a %22TEAM D47%22 shirt gives a high-five, while in the background, spectators watch an outdoor event.

District 47 Special Olympics creates meaningful athletic opportunities for students ages 8-15 with intellectual disabilities, helping them build confidence, develop physical and social skills, and experience a strong sense of belonging as part of a team. The program supports students’ social and emotional growth while reflecting District 47’s commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for all learners, both in and out of the classroom.

Stacy O'Dea

Director of Student Services

sodea@d47.org
815.788.5037

The District 47 Special Olympics team will be participating in the Track and Field Regional Competition.

Who is eligible to participate in Special Olympics?

  • Must have an identified intellectual disability
  • Must be 8 years old or older by the date of the competition
  • Must be able to participate in track and field events (50-meter run and ball throw)
  • Must attend all eight scheduled practices
  • Must attend the Spring Regional Competition (April 25-26, 2026)
  • Parent/guardian must provide transportation to and from each event and must remain with their student during competition days

Special Olympics Online Registration

Click the link below to complete the Center of Excellence (COE) Special Olympics Illinois (SOILL) registration:

Special Olympics Registration

Special Olympics provides instructions for the registration process, accessible in the links below:

Parent/Guardian Registration Instructions