Photos from the Courageous Smiles Track Meet held at Illini West High School. The Courageous Smiles meet is for students with disabilities (physical or intellectual), and it's really a fun environment. It's a great chance for the kids to compete.
The 2013 Courageous Smiles Track Meet for children with special
The 2013 Courageous Smiles Track Meet for children with special needs. Held at Illini West High School on the morning of May 2, 2013.
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Michael running in the 50m dash
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Tyler in the 50m dash
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Travis getting ready for his heat of the 50m dash
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Tyler during the 25m dash
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I think Travis finished first in his heat of the 25m dash. You can see some of the members of the National Honor Society cheering for the kids along the sidelines here too!
It was fun to watch the determination some of these kids had as they raced down the track
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Overall, I think it was a great experience--it was cold, but the rain held off!
© Rick Goettsche Photography
