Hundreds of Special Olympics Field Days volunteers still needed
The fourth annual HISD Special Olympics Field Days—scheduled for Nov. 9, 10, and 17—are in need of hundreds of more volunteers. About 1,000 volunteers are needed throughout the three days to help with set-up and breakdown, athletic events, escorting students around the facility, serving lunches, and other tasks.
Below is a breakdown of the volunteers needed.
| Date | Level | Student Participants | Volunteers | Volunteers needed |
| November 9, 2016 | Middle School | 556 | 101 | 250 |
| November 10, 2016 | High School | 656 | 178 | 250 |
| November 17, 2016 | Elementary & Future Stars |
884 Elementary 335 Future Stars |
172 | 450 |
To register for the one or more of the events, use the links below:
- Middle school volunteers: https://a04-hisd-ms-vols-2016.eventbrite.com
- High school volunteers: https://a04-hisd-hs-vols-2016.eventbrite.com
- Elementary school volunteers: https://a04-hisd-es-vols-2016.eventbrite.com
HISD’s Special Olympics Field Days, which were postponed in April because of inclement weather, gives students with intellectual and developmental disabilities a chance to showcase their athletic skills by taking part in fun athletic contests. The friendly competition includes basketball, tennis, soccer, and track and field for all ages, as well as flag football for high-schoolers.
All field days will take place at Butler Stadium, located at 13755 Main Street. Volunteers will be provided with on-site instructions and modeling for their specific assignment so they are prepared to work with students.
