They were all smiles as they took to the stage at Oquirrh Hills Middle School celebrating an accomplishment students, teachers, and staff are extremely proud of achieving. Oquirrh Hills has been named a “National Unified Champion School.”
The designation, from Utah Special Olympics, recognizes schools for an inclusive environment where there is a sense of collaboration, engagement, and respect for all. Unified Champion Schools must meet 10 national standards of excellence, involving students with and without disabilities training and competing as teammates in sports like basketball and soccer. Schools must reapply for this designation every four years.
Congratulations, Oquirrh Hills Middle School! Keep up the great work, achieving great things as a unified team.