Mapping Mammoth Cave’s waterways
Students at Mercy Academy in Louisville designed a drone capable of venturing into the underwater passageways of Mammoth Cave National Park, home to the longest… Read More
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Preserving Hopewell’s Earthworks
Innovative landscaping by native populations at the Hopewell Culture National Historic Park exemplifies understandings of architecture, astronomy and engineering. Mary Williams and students… Read More
Marching forward
Thomas uses a wheelchair everyday because of his muscular dystrophy, but this does not prevent him from playing the saxophone in his school’s marching band. Read More
Student hopes to help those with same genetic disorder
Even while managing his cystic fibrosis and schoolwork, Ethan looks for ways to help others. Produced by Hannah Okamoto, Tracy Del Rosario and… Read More
Young athlete doesn’t let spina bifida slow him down
Keizhawn shows how living with spina bifida has not limited his desire or ability to pursue his passions. Produced by Axl Daguio, and… Read More
Special Olympics champion most at home on the court
Sammie finds relief from the challenges of her genetic disorder by playing basketball for the Special Olympics in North Dakota. Produced by Colten Burtland, Alexis… Read More
High school wrestling coach manages PTSD on the mat
Retired U.S. Army linguist Christopher Minchin finds a positive source of distraction from post traumatic stress disorder by focusing on his role as a mentor… Read More
Class provides physical education to special needs students
Physical education requirements for students with disabilities can be different, but Wauwatosa East High School is making sure students of all abilities have equal access. Read More
Athlete with cerebral palsy finds community in Special Olympics
Although confined to a wheelchair due to cerebral palsy, Katie continues to participate in sports through Special Olympics. Produced by Hannah Brooks and Maddie… Read More
Special needs student learns how to be team player
Trent develops life skills and self-confidence on the basketball court through a nationwide Special Olympics sports program. Produced by J.P. Swenson and Avery Luckett,… Read More