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Special Olympics at East Central ISD
ECISD has enjoyed a remarkable partnership with Special Olympics of Texas.
Together, we work to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of sports for hundreds of children with intellectual disabilities.
We believe this is essential in helping special needs athletes develop physical fitness, experience the joy of competition and strive to be their best.
Athlete Eligibility
- 8 years old and older
- IQ of 70 or lower
- Diagnosis of Aspergers, Autism, or Down Syndrome
- Intellectual disability
- Special Olympics Athlete Registration Form on file in our office
Our Sports
Bowling
- Practices: during school hours
Unified Bowling
- Practices: during school hours
Basketball
- Practices: during school hours
Track & Field
- Practices: during school hours
ECISD also participates in Special Olympics Texas Young Athletes Program for students ages 3–7. The program is implemented at each elementary school campus. For additional information, visit www.sotx.org/programs/young-athletes or contact Dana Frankland at dana.frankland@ecisd.net