Help support Area M by visiting your local Karns Food Stores and purchase a torch for just $1 during the entire month of July.
2010 National Games
Several Area M Athletes traveled to Lincoln, Nebraska July 17 thru July 24, 2010 to compete in the USA National Games.
A great time was had by all and they will cherish the memories forever. Check out the Results
Welcome to Special Olympics Area M!
Our Mission: Special Olympics PA Area M helps children and adults with intellectual difficulties grow stronger with body, mind and spirit through a year-round program of sports training and athletic competition.
Our Purpose: Special Olympics is focused on accomplishments rather than winning or losing. The benefit to the athlete is increased confidence and positive self image. In addition involvement on the part of family and friends helps develop healthier family relationships and greater acceptance by the community as a whole.
Our Words To Live By:
“LET ME WIN. BUT IF I CAN NOT WIN, LET ME BE BRAVE IN THE ATTEMPT”
The logo has five people who each have six arms. The down position means "downtrodden", remembering a time when many people thought those with intellectual disabilities were not able to make good decisions or try new things. [Read More...]
