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Empowering Students Through Movement and Mindfulness: Highlights from The School Series

November 14, 2025 / Comments Off on Empowering Students Through Movement and Mindfulness: Highlights from The School Series

The School Series brought together an incredible group of 145 participants—students, Unified partners, teachers, and staff—from six enthusiastic schools, including: NOW available in Kansas City! Interested in bringing The School Series to…

SOMO Sum ups (Nov. 9th – Nov. 15th)

November 13, 2025 / Comments Off on SOMO Sum ups (Nov. 9th – Nov. 15th)

What an incredible week it’s been for Special Olympics Missouri! From exciting events to inspiring celebrations, our athletes, partners, and supporters came together to showcase the true spirit of inclusion,…

SOMO Sum ups (Nov. 2nd – Nov. 8th)

November 4, 2025 / Comments Off on SOMO Sum ups (Nov. 2nd – Nov. 8th)

We are back with another look at what has been going on with Special Olympics Missouri in the last week! Southeast Area – The MO Magic Volleyball Team was recently…

SOMO Sum ups (Oct. 26th – Nov. 1st)

October 29, 2025 / Comments Off on SOMO Sum ups (Oct. 26th – Nov. 1st)

It’s been another fantastic week for Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO)! Here’s a look at some of the highlights. North – North Area hosted our first Music Bingo on Friday, Oct 24th. It was…

Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) is proud to announce the induction of Linda Tyler into the SOMO Hall of Fame.

October 24, 2025 / Comments Off on Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) is proud to announce the induction of Linda Tyler into the SOMO Hall of Fame.

Linda was surprised with the honor during the Opening Ceremony at the 2025 State Outdoor Games on October 17 in Springfield, Missouri. Linda’s dedication to SOMO is nothing short of…

Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) is excited to announce the induction of Jared Niemeyer into the SOMO Hall of Fame.

October 24, 2025 / Comments Off on Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) is excited to announce the induction of Jared Niemeyer into the SOMO Hall of Fame.

Jared was surprised with the honor on Thursday, Oct. 23, during a special celebration at Jared’s Jams surrounded by his family, friends, and coworkers. Jared’s journey with Special Olympics began…

Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) is excited to announce the induction of Dianna Neihouse into the SOMO Hall of Fame.

October 24, 2025 / Comments Off on Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) is excited to announce the induction of Dianna Neihouse into the SOMO Hall of Fame.

Dianna was surprised with the honor during the Opening Ceremony at the 2025 State Outdoor Games. For years, Dianna has been a driving force for inclusion, opportunity, and excellence within…

SOMO Sum ups (Oct. 14th – Oct. 19th) 

October 22, 2025 / Comments Off on SOMO Sum ups (Oct. 14th – Oct. 19th) 

Another incredible week of Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) highlights! Take a look at what’s been happening below! KC Metro (Area) – Culver’s Dine In (Oct 14): The KC Squad raised over…

SOMO Sum Ups (Sept. 29th – Oct. 5th)  

October 8, 2025 / Comments Off on SOMO Sum Ups (Sept. 29th – Oct. 5th)  

Celebrating another week full of amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) moments! Check it out below! St. Louis Metro Area – The 2025 Guardian Games brought together eight teams from across the…

SOMO Sum ups: September 22nd – 28th

September 30, 2025 / Comments Off on SOMO Sum ups: September 22nd – 28th

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week!