Special Olympics (Photo Gallery)
Published 6:36 pm Friday, April 29, 2016
Madison Johnson (left) finishes the inflatable obstacle course. (Photos by Anthony Richards)
The 35th annual Special Olympics were held April 29 at Clanton City Park. Students from each of the 11 Chilton County public schools participated in the event.
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Mason Higgins of Clanton Middle School stands atop the award podium.
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Face-painting was provided from Chilton County High School students. Several CCHS students volunteered at the event.
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Participants from Jemison Elementary School led the crowd in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
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It was a warm day, but the heat could not slow down the fun that was taking place.
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Talon Hunter and Elijah Mobley, both of Clanton Elementary School, race during a track event.
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Chilton County Schools Special Education Director Benita Cahalane was presented with a puppy as a retirement gift during the opening ceremony.