The Parks and Recreation Department Special Needs Programs are suggested for persons age 6* and up. Parents should contact the department as to the suitability of the program for their child.

*age prerequisites vary by program.

Dances, parties, and "get-togethers" are organized throughout the year. Specific dates and information are available by contacting the office.

• Session II Bowling

We have planned a spectacular outing for our program on June 22nd at a Paw Sox game and would love to see YOU there!

The Paw Sox will be recognizing our program and will even have a few of our athletes on the field prior to the start of the game. There's a BBQ before the start of the game where the players will sign autographs and best of all, you can save $ on gas by taking the bus we'll be providing at no additional charge.

Please read the below flier and reply prior to the deadline as once we send in our ticket order we will not be able to make adjustments. Let's make this a family event - see you at the ballpark! 

• Pawsoxs Flyer

Special Needs Board of Directors

• Co-Directors: Lynn Pearson and Ginny Davidson
• Athletics: Mike Diggins
• Communications: Ilona Newton
• Fundraising: Sandy Baima
• Social: Diane Dixon
• Treasurer: Peter Murphy

If you have any questions, please contact ShrewsburySpecialNeeds@yahoo.com.

Congratulations to the 24 Plunging Pirates who jumped into the icy ocean on February 16, 2008 to support Shrewsbury Special Olympics programs and raise over $20,000!  Who’s going to join them next year?

Leadership and supervision in all activities is provided by volunteer staff under the guidance of the program director. Students' parents are often needed for participation on unified teams. Anyone wishing to help should inform the program director.

• Volunteer Registration Form
• Volunteer Cori Application Form
• Special Olympics Application

"Let me win, but if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt."

Participants practice locally and compete state-wide in a variety of sports (see listing). Coaching and instruction is provided by adults with experience suited to the particular sport.

Registration and a completed medical form are needed to compete in Special Olympics competitions.

All sports feature unified and traditional teams.

• Families Reservation Form June 2008 Games
• Families Summer Games Brochure 2008
• Housing Letter Parents August 2008 Games

• Track & Field Registration 2008
• Track & Field Schedule 2008
• Volleyball Registration 2008
• Volleyball Schedule 2008
• Special Olympics Athlete Application

• May 8, 2008 - Awards Night at Indian Meadows
• June - Summer Games in Boston
• July 19 - Annual Road Race- Floral Street School
• August 8-10 August Games in Amherst area 
• August 23, 2008 - Family Picnic at Dean Park 
• November 8, 2008 - Pasta Supper at Indian Meadows