Aledo ISD Special Olympics

On March 4, our district will participate in Spread the Word, a national initiative that promotes inclusion, acceptance, and respect for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This day is an opportunity to celebrate differences, amplify student voices, and reinforce our shared commitment to inclusive school communities.

What can you do now: Go ahead support this effort by taking the Pledge, committing to actions that promote respect, understanding, and belonging for all. The pledge is available through Special Olympics at:

https://www.specialolympics.org/spread-the-word/pledge

Here are a few options that you can use. Pick one that fits you or create your own!

• I pledge to treat everyone with kindness, using respectful language and understanding students with disabilities.
• I pledge to welcome others with differences, speaking up against hurtful words or actions and making sure all students with disabilities feel they belong.
• I pledge to be respectful, inclusive in my words and actions for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and supportive of all students with disabilities.
• I pledge to learn about different disabilities and conditions, celebrating differences and choosing empathy every day.

We look forward to coming together across the district to spread kindness, understanding, and inclusion for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.