SCHOOL BASED PROGRAMS
OVERVIEW
Our School Based Program is made up of over 1,000 athletes from the 13 school districts within the Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 located throughout Northampton and Monroe counties. Athletes are trained during school hours in their Physical Education/Adapted Physical Education classes. Athletes attend local events and tournaments during the school day with their teachers and peers.
TEACHERS
You do not need to be a Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 student or classroom to participate. All district students and classrooms are welcome. Please utilize the resources below to complete the required paperwork for each event. Established deadlines must be met to ensure your athletes participation.
- All athletes are required to have an updated Medical Form on file with Northampton County Special Olympics prior to competition. Visit the Medical Form page for detailed information on this requirement.
- Students who do not have a completed Medical Form may only attend the event as a spectator.
- Teachers should bring a copy of the Medical Form and emergency contact information for each athletes with them to the event. Teachers should keep this information with them throughout the duration of the event so it can be quickly referenced if needed!
- Athletes must train for at least 8 weeks prior to competing in that sport. This may be done through Adapted Physical Education or regular Physical Education classes or after school hours. Trainings should be modified to meet the needs of each student. All Special Olympics sports rules should be followed during training.
- Students, staff and volunteers must bring a bagged lunch (unless otherwise noted).
- Transportation must be provided to and from the event. IU classrooms should submit transportation requests forms at least 2 months prior to the event. District classrooms are responsible for arranging their own transportation. Please follow transportation deadlines established by your district.
- Permission slips for each athlete or spectator (non-competing student) are required. IU classrooms should complete the IU Permission form.
- All athletes must have a coach or adult with them throughout the entire duration of the event.
- If a student is not allowed to have their photo taken please notify the event coordinator upon arrival. The athlete must wear a “NO PHOTO” throughout the duration of the event.
- All Letters of Intent and Entry Forms must now be submitted through Google Forms. Click on the appropriate link under each event and followed the instructions.
| Printable Teacher Instructions.pdf |
| Printable Due Dates 2018 - 2019 Quick Reference.pdf |
| School Age Welcome Packet |
PARENTS/GUARDIANS
All athletes that participate must have an Application for Participation, which is also referred to as the Medical Form. Every athlete is required to have a medical exam prior to training and competition participation.
Northampton County Special Olympics is always encouraging all of our athletes to participate in the Fit 5 program. We want our athletes to perform at their best at every competition. They can do this by being fit. Fit 5 is a plan for physical activity, nutrition, and hydration. It can improve athletes health and fitness to make them the best athlete that they can be. If you have any questions about our school based program, please contact Amanda Sechrist at asechrist@ciu20.org.
Northampton County Special Olympics is always encouraging all of our athletes to participate in the Fit 5 program. We want our athletes to perform at their best at every competition. They can do this by being fit. Fit 5 is a plan for physical activity, nutrition, and hydration. It can improve athletes health and fitness to make them the best athlete that they can be. If you have any questions about our school based program, please contact Amanda Sechrist at asechrist@ciu20.org.
| School Age Welcome Packet |
All events are held during the school day from 10:00am-1:00pm.
Opening Ceremonies will begin promptly at 10:00am!
ATHLETICS COMPETITION - NORTH
|
EVENT DATE: Thursday May 9th, 2019
RAIN DATE: Friday May 10th, 2019 WHERE: East Stroudsburg High School South – East Stroudsburg, PA LETTER OF INTENT DUE: Friday February 1st, 2019 ENTRY FORM DUE: Friday April 19th, 2019 (by 5pm) EVENT CONTACT: Amanda Sechrist – asechrist@ciu20.org EVENT NOTES: • Name tags are required! Please write student's name, age, teacher, events/heats on each name tag and pin to student’s shirt. • A concession stand will be open throughout the event • Each athlete may participate in 3 events. A 4th event can be added if it is a relay. 2019 EVENTS 25 Meter Manual Wheelchair Race, 25 Meter Motorized Wheelchair Race, 25 Meter Assisted Walk, 50 Meter Run, 100 Meter Run, 200 Meter Run, 400 Meter Run, 800 Meter Run, 100 Meter Relay, 400 Meter Relay, Field Events, Softball Throw, Javelin, Shot Put | ||||
ATHLETICS COMPETITION - SOUTH
|
EVENT DATE: Thursday May 2nd, 2019
RAIN DATE: Friday May 3rd, 2019 WHERE: Liberty High School – Bethlehem, PA LETTER OF INTENT DUE: Friday February 1st, 2019 ENTRY FORM DUE: Friday April 12th, 2019 (by 5pm) EVENT CONTACT: Amanda Sechrist – asechrist@ciu20.org EVENT NOTES: • Name tags are required! Please write student's name, age, teacher, events/heats on each name tag and pin to student’s shirt. • A concession stand will be open throughout the event. • Each athlete may participate in 3 events. A 4th event can be added if it is a relay. 2019 EVENTS 25 Meter Manual Wheelchair Race, 25 Meter Motorized Wheelchair Race, 25 Meter Assisted Walk, 50 Meter Run, 100 Meter Run, 200 Meter Run, 400 Meter Run, 800 Meter Run, 100 Meter Relay, 400 Meter Relay, Field Events, Softball Throw, Javelin, Shot Put | ||||
BASKETBALL MEET
|
EVENT DATE: Wednesday February 6th, 2019
SNOW DATE: Thursday February 7th, 2019 WHERE: Freedom High School, Bethlehem PA LETTER OF INTENT DUE: Friday December 21st, 2018 ENTRY FORM DUE: Friday January 11th, 2019 EVENT CONTACT: Richard T. Agretto – 610-252-5500 EVENT NOTES: • Name tags are required! Please write student's name, age, teacher on each name tag and pin to student’s shirt. • You may participate in one or both of the events offered. 2019 EVENTS Five-on-Five Team Competition, Team Skills Event, Lead-Up Basketball | ||||
BOWLING MIDDLE SCHOOL - NORTH
|
EVENT DATE: Friday December 7th, 2018
WHERE: Blue Valley Lanes – Wind Gap, PA LETTER OF INTENT DUE: Friday October 12th, 2018 ENTRY FORM DUE: Friday November 16th, 2018 EVENT CONTACT: Rachele Gaun – rgaun@ciu20.org EVENT NOTES: • All practices must take place at a regulation bowling alley. • Save the scores of at least eight games. The average score of these 8 games should be submitted on the entry form. • Name tags for your class will be distributed at the bowling alley. The athlete’s name and lane assignment will be included on the nametag. • You may participate in one or both of the events offered. • We will not be able to guarantee a lane assignment for your class if your paperwork is not received on time. | ||
BOWLING HIGH SCHOOL - NORTH
|
EVENT DATE: Friday November 9th, 2018
WHERE: Blue Valley Lanes – Wind Gap, PA LETTER OF INTENT DUE: Friday October 5th, 2018 ENTRY FORM DUE: Friday October 19th, 2018 EVENT CONTACT: Rachele Gaun – rgaun@ciu20.org EVENT NOTES: • All practices must take place at a regulation bowling alley. • Save the scores of at least eight games. The average score of these 8 games should be submitted on the entry form. • Name tags for your class will be distributed at the bowling alley. The athlete’s name and lane assignment will be included on the nametag. • You may participate in one or both of the events offered. • We will not be able to guarantee a lane assignment for your class if your paperwork is not received on time. | ||
BOWLING MIDDLE SCHOOL - SOUTH
|
EVENT DATE: Thursday December 6th, 2018
WHERE: Hampton Lanes – Northampton, PA LETTER OF INTENT DUE: Friday October 12th, 2018 ENTRY FORM DUE: Friday November 16th, 2018 EVENT CONTACT: Kory Kutzler – kkutzler@ciu20.org EVENT NOTES: • All practices must take place at a regulation bowling alley. • Save the scores of at least eight games. The average score of these 8 games should be submitted on the entry form. • Name tags for your class will be distributed at the bowling alley. The athlete’s name and lane assignment will be included on the nametag. • You may participate in one or both of the events offered. • We will not be able to guarantee a lane assignment for your class if your paperwork is not received on time. | ||
BOWLING HIGH SCHOOL - SOUTH
|
EVENT DATE: Thursday November 8th, 2018
WHERE: Hampton Lanes – Northampton, PA LETTER OF INTENT DUE: Friday October 5th, 2018 ENTRY FORM DUE: Friday October 19th, 2018 EVENT CONTACT: Pam Youngkin – pyoungkin@ciu2.org EVENT NOTES: • All practices must take place at a regulation bowling alley. • Save the scores of at least eight games. The average score of these 8 games should be submitted on the entry form. • Name tags for your class will be distributed at the bowling alley. The athlete’s name and lane assignment will be included on the nametag. • You may participate in one or both of the events offered. • We will not be able to guarantee a lane assignment for your class if your paperwork is not received on time. | ||
DEVELOPMENTAL
|
EVENT DATE: Wednesday April 10th, 2019
SNOW DATE: Thursday April 11th, 2019 WHERE: Shawnee Intermediate School - Easton, PA LETTER OF INTENT DUE: Friday February 22nd, 2019 ENTRY FORM DUE: Friday March 15th, 2019 EVENT CONTACT: Pam Schaffer - pschaffer@ciu20.org EVENT NOTES: • Name tags are required! Please write student's name, age, teacher and events on each name tag and pin to student’s shirt. | ||
FLOOR HOCKEY
|
EVENT DATE: Tuesday October 30th, 2018
WHERE: East Stroudsburg High School South Gymnasium – East Stroudsburg, PA LETTER OF INTENT DUE: Friday September 14th, 2018 ENTRY FORM DUE: Tuesday October 9th, 2018 EVENT CONTACT: Rachele Gaun – rgaun@ciu20.org EVENT NOTES: • Name tags are required! Please write student's name, age, teacher on each name tag and pin to student’s shirt. | ||
GYMNASTICS
|
EVENT DATE: Wednesday March 6th, 2019
WHERE: Easton High School – Easton, PA LETTER OF INTENT DUE: Friday January 18th, 2019 ENTRY FORM DUE: Friday February 8th, 2019 EVENT CONTACT: Pam Youngkin – pyoungkin@ciu20.org EVENT NOTES: • Name tags are required! Please write student's name, age, teacher and events on each name tag and pin to student’s shirt. | ||
SPECIAL SPECIAL - NORTH
|
EVENT DATE: Tuesday May 21st, 2019
WHERE: Wind Gap Middle School – Wind Gap, PA LETTER OF INTENT DUE: Friday April 5th, 2019 ENTRY FORM DUE: Friday April 26th, 2019 EVENT CONTACT: Amy Hettel – ahettel@ciu20.org EVENT NOTES: • Name tags are required! Please write student's name, age, teacher and events on each name tag and pin to student’s shirt. • Please email and let me know if you think you have a student that would be interested in doing the oath or the pledge at the event! | ||||
SPECIAL SPECIAL - SOUTH
|
EVENT DATE: Wednesday April 17th, 2019
WHERE: Nazareth High School – Nazareth, PA LETTER OF INTENT DUE: Friday March 1st, 2019 ENTRY FORM DUE: Friday March 22nd, 2019 EVENT CONTACT: Jennie McQueen – jmcqueen@ciu20.org EVENT NOTES: • Name tags are required! Please write student's name, age, teacher and events on each name tag and pin to student’s shirt. • Lunch will be provided for athletes only – and includes: a hotdog, snack bag, and drink. There will be a scheduled lunch time but feel free to adjust according to any athlete’s individual feeding needs. • Please email and let me know if you think you have a student that would be interested in doing the oath or the pledge at the event! | ||||
SWIMMING
|
EVENT DATE: Wednesday May 22nd, 2019
WHERE: Pocono Mountain West High School – Pocono Summit, PA LETTER OF INTENT DUE: Friday April 5th, 2019 ENTRY FORM DUE: Friday April 26th, 2019 (by 5pm) EVENT CONTACT: Rachele Gaun – rgaun@ciu20.org EVENT NOTES: • The 15 meter walk is for those who are unable to pull up their feet from the bottom of the pool. • The 15 meter P.F.D race is for those who are unable to swim in deep water or do not have the endurance to complete 25 meters. • The 25 meter P.F.D. race is for those who are able to swim independently and are comfortable in deep water while wearing a flotation. • All athletes entered in the aquatics races may compete in three events. 2019 EVENTS Aquatics and 15 meter walk and 15 and 25 meter P.F.D (personal floatation device) races, 15 meter kickboard and 25 meter kickboard. | ||||
