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Unified Robotics is empowering students of all abilities to collaborate, problem-solve, and thrive—together.

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These schools and student leaders brought inclusio These schools and student leaders brought inclusion, energy, and heart to their campuses all year long. 

Shoutout to: Lincoln High School, Columbia River (Abby & Alex), Fife High School, Kamiak High School YAC Leaders, Rogers High School Inclusion Crew, Fort Vancouver High School, Chinook Middle School (Bailey), Salish (Andrea), Toppenish High School (Gretchen), Grandview Middle School (OJ), Shoreline School District (Don), Camas High School (Erin), Auniflki Middle School / Skyview High School (Krista).

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Already involved in Special Olympics, ready for fa Already involved in Special Olympics, ready for fall season and completed your paperwork? Double check those expiration dates! All athletes and volunteers must have valid paperwork on file through November 15. 

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"This year, I was looking forward to watching my f "This year, I was looking forward to watching my favorite sport, at my favorite pool, and seeing all the awesome Special Olympics Washington swimmers from across the state!" -Cynthia Peng. 

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Thank you for all the tremendous support and enthu Thank you for all the tremendous support and enthusiasm!

In less than 24 hours, all of our tickets for the Special Olympics Washington Takeover Night at the @SeattleStorm game were claimed!

If you haven’t received a confirmation email from someone on the Special Olympics Washington team, please double-check your inbox (and spam folder!). If there’s still nothing there, that means you’ve been added to the waitlist, and a team member will be in touch.

We’re so excited to celebrate with you at Climate Pledge Arena — thank you again for showing up and showing out for inclusion!

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