It was ‘game on’ throughout Warren City Schools during Disabilities Awareness Week as students gained some hands on, and feet on, experience in living with disabilities.
The school district partnered with the organization SkoolAid to bring a variety of activities to all four PK-8 buildings as well as the Student Recreation and Wellness Center.
On Monday and Tuesday, May 12 and 13, each PK-8 building had two Disability Awareness assemblies focusing on educating students about disabilities through engaging experiences.
Through the “Ethan The Brave and Wheelchair Basketball” assemblies the goal is to dispel myths and foster understanding. The overall message is one of positivity and empathy, encouraging students to embrace their passions.
Students were called to play on teams and, after climbing into the provided wheelchairs, what it’s like to play basketball using your hands and two wheels.
The evening of Monday, May 12, , the district hosted a Family Olympics Event at the SRWC. Students from all four PK-8 buildings participated in a variety of hands-on activities designed to promote teamwork, problem solving, physical fitness, and, most importantly, fun!
