Special Olympics South Dakota Newsletter

July 08 2025

Dear Friends, Supporters, and Members of the Special Olympics South Dakota Community,

We would like to share an important leadership update. Darryl Nordquist has announced a transition from his current role as Chief Executive Officer to a role focused on fundraising for Special Olympics South Dakota. In this new role, he will concentrate on strengthening relationships with donors and supporters, and securing resources to advance our mission well into the future.

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2025 Step Challenge: CLICK FOR FINAL RESULTS

Did you miss this Challenge? No worries! Look for future Challenges advertised right here in your Newsworthy

SPORTS

SE Area Bocce

August 17th

Sioux Falls

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SE Area Softball

August 16th

Sioux Falls

HEALTH & FITNESS

Special Olympics North America Family Health Forum Series

Led by trusted health experts, the Special Olympics North America Family Health Forum Series is designed for athletes, caregivers, family members, and friends.

Explore essential health topics that impact the well-being of athletes and their families. Together, we’ll make this a season of wellness, learning, and connection.

Session Dates & Topics

July 23 Healthy Eating: Building Habits Together Jessica Kirschmann, MS, PhD Student – University of Houston

July 30 Stress Management: Caring for the Caregiver Jenna Lebersfeld, PhD – Special Olympics International

August 13 Family Fitness: Moving Together, Growing Stronger Hanna White, CPT – Seattle Parks and Recreation

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Hurry… event is 07.09.25

Parenting With Purpose

Building Bonds That Last

Participants will gain valuable insights into understanding their child’s behaviors, emotions, and developmental needs across all stages, from early childhood through the teen years. Whether navigating everyday routines or major life transitions, this session will provide tools to help families build nurturing environments where children can truly thrive.

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IN OTHER NEWS

Calling families and advocates: Help shape a new supportive living community for adults with IDD

Share your experiences with navigating living options for adults with IDDs.

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Sunday, August 17

Flynn Park

999-947 E Virgil Avenue

Milbank, SD 57252

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Do you think you’re strong enough to pull a fire truck?! Will your team be the fastest, pulling it 45 feet to the finish line?!

Participants create a team of 10 members. Each team is responsible for raising a minimum of $800 ($50 off for each female on your team, up to a maximum of $300 off). The team with the fastest time wins!

22nd Annual Truck Convoy for Special Olympics South Dakota

Friday, September 19

Saturday, September 20

W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds

100 N Lyon Blvd

Sioux Falls, SD 57107

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Please join us for the 22nd Annual Truck Convoy for Special Olympics South Dakota to celebrate the trucking industry, partners, and law enforcement working together to raise funds for Special Olympics South Dakota.

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