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Athlete of the Month: Anna Krieger

An Enriching Activity in My Life
By: Anna Krieger

 Being involved in Special Olympics sports makes me a better person. I am a member of both the soccer and basketball Special Olympics sports teams. Special Olympics have taught me to work with a team.

At first I was afraid to try something new, I had to learn how to interact with my peers. Special Olympics helps me to improve my listening and following directions skills. I also get the chance to become a positive leader for my teammates. It is important for me to show good sportsmanship and work hard. Special Olympics has become something very important in my life, I am glad that I got involved.

NHS is also a team so the skills I am learning through Special Olympics are transferable to what I may be doing while participating in NHS. I've learned that it is important for people to work together. Special Olympics has taught me to be a good listener, something that I will also need to be a good NHS member.

I am excited with the possibility of becoming involved in NHS. By getting involved, it makes my time at high school fun. I enjoy trying new things and am willing to work hard to be a good representative for my school. Even though I am a special needs student, I understand the importance of working hard, doing my very best. By doing this it helps me to grow and mature and become the very best student and learner I can possibly be.

Up & Coming Events:

• Area 34 Track & Field Meet

Special Olympics is getting ready for the annual Track & Field meet at Jefferson High School on Friday, May 11. Opening ceremony will take place at 10:00 a.m. with competition following. Jefferson High School students and Kiwanis will be volunteering at the event. The train ride will also be available to athletes until 12:30 p.m.

Guidelines for Registration:

1. Every athlete must have an updated physical to participate. NO athlete will be able to participate without a Special Olympics physical CLICK HERE FOR PHYSICAL FORM. All sections of the form must be filled out properly. No other school physicals will be accepted. If you are unsure if your child/student has an updated physical, please contact Lauren Rhoades at lauren.rhoades@monroeisd.us or 734-265-3554. Physicals WILL be checked prior to the meet, so please make sure physicals are turned in by May 4th to prevent any problems.
2. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AN ATHLETE FOR COMPETITION. If you need a printable form, please contact Ryan Knoblauch (information provided below).
3. CLICK HERE TO REQUEST SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION TO THE EVENT. Buses will be provided by Area 34 Special Olympics. Arrangements will be made by Ryan Knoblauch with each individual school district. Transportation details will be communicated to you via phone or email within one week of the event. Please direct any questions to Ryan rather than to the local transportation departments.
4. Read and review the letter regarding area meets & the Athlete Code of Conduct (attachments). Every athlete MUST sign. If the athlete is unable to sign, the parent or teacher must review and sign for the athlete to participate. We do have the Athlete Code of Conduct available with symbols/pictures upon request. Please contact Kerry Simmons at 242-5799 ext 4215 or kerry.simmons@monroeisd.us if you need a copy. Print Athlete Code of Conducts for every student and return by April 16th to:

Stacie Ourlian
c/o
Special Olympics, Track & Field
1101 S. Raisinville Road
Monroe, MI 48161

Event Registration Form http://tinyurl.com/Monroe34Track2012

Transportation Request Form http://tinyurl.com/MonroeTrackTransportation2012

All registration will be online unless requested otherwise. If anyone needs a paper copy, please email ryan.knoblauch@monroeisd.us.

If you should have any questions regarding the forms or if you cannot open them, please contact Ryan Knoblauch at ryan.knoblauch@monroeisd.us. For questions/concerns regarding athlete qualifications, the athlete code of conduct, or general questions about the meet- please contact Stacie Ourlian at stacie.ourlian@monroeisd.us or (734) 242-5799 ext. 4227.

General Schedule (times will be flexible)*
9:00-9:30 a.m. Buses arrive at schools to transport athletes to Jefferson High School
10:00 a.m. Athletes, coaches, parents, volunteers arrive at Jefferson High School
10:15 a.m. Opening Ceremonies
12:00 p.m. LUNCH - Your students should bring a sack lunch.
Relay races will run at 12:00pm as the only event at that time so other athletes can take a break for lunch.
1:00-1:15 p.m. Buses begin to arrive
1:30 p.m. Load buses and return back to school

*We have an indoor plan for inclement weather so events go on, rain or shine.

Pre-Track Meet Checklist

• Check physical exam expiration dates with Lauren Rhoades.
• Submit online TRANSPORTATION form.
• Submit online REGISTRATION FORMS by Friday April 16th

                     
Click here for the 2012 Winter Newsletter           

Click here for the 2011 Fall Newsletter
Click here for the 2011 Summer Newsletter                              
Click here for the 2011 Spring Newsletter

• Area 34 Director: Stacie Ourlian

On this page, you will find information about our area, a list of upcoming events and even news articles about what is happening. If you have any questions about Area 34, please email Stacie Ourlian. Click here for our Area 34 Fact Sheet.

Volunteering

Monroe County Special Olympics relies on the dedicated support of volunteers who offer their time and talents in a number of ways, including coaching, chaperoning athletes at events, assisting with fundraising, and helping run local competitions.
Special Olympics receives no funding from local, state, or federal government. No fees are charged to the athletes or their families for participation in the program.

To volunteer please contact Laurel Rosen-Weatherford at laurel.rosen-weatherford@monroeisd.us for any questions. To make a donation, contact Stacie Ourlian at stacie.ourlian@monroeisd.us.

Signing up for Special Olympics

Monroe County Special Olympics requires that all athletes complete the "health appraisial and release form" in order to complete in any sport. These forms must be fully completed by a doctor. The original form must be turned in to Lauren Rhoades.

Monroe County Intermediate School District
c/o Special Olympics
1101 South Raisinville Road
Monroe, MI 48161

If you have any questions regarding these forms, please contact Lauren Rhoades at lauren.rhoades@monroeisd.us

Forms

For Athletes, Parent(s)/Legal Guardians, Volunteers, Teachers, and Group Homes
Health Appraisal
2011-2012 Special Olympics Sports Registration Form
Athlete Code of Conduct
Early Release Form (for parent/guardian use)
Permission Slip for State Tournaments
Volunteer Registration Form (includes volunteer responsibilities)
Printable 2011-2012 Sports Registration Form
Volunteer Form
Update Athlete Registration Form

For Area Management Teams Members & Coaches Use Only
The following forms are for use by members of the Area 34 Management Team or Coaches only.
Coach's Award Certificate
Competition Results
Letterhead