The Thames Valley District School Board would like to congratulate all the athletes, peer coaches, volunteers and community partners who made last week’s Special Olympics a success.

Held June 10-11, 2025, at Western Alumni Stadium, the 2025 Special Olympics brought together more than 1,400 students and 1,300 peer coaches from 74 elementary and 26 secondary schools across TVDSB.

“This year’s Special Olympics was a big success. Our athletes showed how talented and skilled they were. But the Special Olympics is about more than just sport: it’s about friendship, friendly competition, and it’s a powerful reminder that everyone deserves the chance to shine,” said Bill Tucker, Interim Director of Education for TVDSB.

Thank you to our many community partners, who helped make the Special Olympics happen, including:

• Investing in Children
• Special Olympics Ontario
• Western University
• Thames Valley Children’s Centre (TVCC)

And thank you to the organizing committee, staff members and volunteers for their tremendous efforts in organizing this amazing competition.  Special thanks to the London Police Pipes and Drums, Medway Student Band and Medway Leadership Group who helped make this event extra special.