Taylor, Marissa and Jessica at Special Olympics
50th Anniversary of
WESTMORELAND
COUNTY SPECIAL
OLYMPICS
AT NORWIN HIGH
SCHOOL
T
he 50th Anniversary of Westmoreland
County Special Olympics was celebrated
at Norwin High School on May 4, 2019.
Mr. Milt Claney was honored at the event
for starting Special Olympics in Westmoreland
County, along with several others who were
instrumental through the years. More than 175
athletes competed in track and field events.
When not competing, the athletes and their
families enjoyed other activities at the Olympic
Village including a dance booth, dunk tank,
soccer, Kerber’s ice cream, face painting, photo
booth and more. The event was made possible through the hard work and
efforts of the Westmoreland County Special Olympic Directors, Anthony
Monstrola and Gwen Diddle, their staff, and help from area businesses,
community volunteers, Westmoreland County School District coaches, Excela
Health trainers, the North Huntingdon Police Department, as well as Norwin
coaches, teachers and student buddies.
Peer Buddies have fun at Special Olympics
Students, Therapists, Educators and Parents United in Prevention
T
his county-wide initiative is now involving
students, including Norwin School District
student representatives Bailey Jones, Austin
Kellar, and Brandon Taylor, who are pictured
at right attending a recent planning meeting with
Dr. William Kerr, Superintendent of Schools; Mrs. Lisa
Banasick, Associate Director of Special Education and
Student Services; and Mrs. Rachel Butler-Pardi, School
Social Worker. This newly formed organization seeks to
improve student safety and mental wellness. STEP UP
stands for Students, Therapists, Educators and Parents
United in Prevention.
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