Congratulations! Stacia Helmer coached the Special Education students at Fillmore High School in the Ventura County Special Olympics at Nordoff High School, Ojai on May 22. Pictured is Anna Maldonado who was chosen to carry the Olympic torch. The students competed against other Ventura County School Districts in the track and field events. The events included the Tennis Ball Drop, Softball Throw, Standing Long Jump, 25M Assisted Walk, 25M Race, 30M Motorized Wheelchair Slalom, and the 100M Race. Each of the following athletes went home with 2 metals: Anna Maldonado, Jacob Gaither, Jamie Rhett, David Hynes, Lorena Perez, Jessica Ramirez, Leo Magana, Gisela Martin, Kislev Valenzuela and Jose Hernendez.

Jacob Gaither held the American Flag in the opening ceremony.

David Hynes participated in the Special Olympics on Saturday. Congratulations David!

Loena Perez Participated in the Special Olympics on Saturday. Congratulations Loena!