Special Olympics Michigan Eaton and Ingham County Area 8

06/10/2026

📣 Help Us Spread the Word! 📣

The Fowler Center is gearing up for another amazing summer camp season and is currently looking for camp counselors and programming staff to join their team! ☀️💙

If you or someone you know is looking for a rewarding summer position, please consider applying or sharing this opportunity with others. Your support can help make unforgettable camp experiences possible for even more campers.

For more information about available positions at The Fowler Center, please reach out to Nicole Lingnau, Program Supervisor, or check out the attached hiring flyer.

Please share and help make a difference! 💙🏕️

05/31/2026

And just like that, Special Olympics Michigan State Summer Games has come to an end! ❤️💙🏅

What an incredible weekend filled with competition, teamwork, friendship, and unforgettable memories. Our athletes represented Area 8 with pride, determination, and outstanding sportsmanship every step of the way.

We are so proud of all that our athletes accomplished, both on and off the field of play. Thank you to our coaches, volunteers, families, partners, and supporters who helped make this experience possible. 🎉👏

05/30/2026

Day 2 of Summer Games was filled with competition, determination, and unforgettable moments! 🏅🎉

Our Area 8 athletes gave their best effort throughout the day, showing incredible teamwork, sportsmanship, and heart in every event. We are so proud of how they represented Area 8 both on and off the field of play.

Congratulations to all of our athletes, coaches, and supporters on a successful day of competition. ❤️💙

05/29/2026

Day 1 of Special Olympics Michigan State Summer Games was a success! 🎉

Today was all about arriving, getting settled in, and enjoying the Opening Ceremonies. It was great to see everyone excited, focused, and ready to compete!

So proud of all the athletes and everything they accomplished today. Looking forward to an amazing rest of the weekend and making even more memories together! 🏅❤️

05/28/2026

Summer Games 2026. Area 8 is in attendance with a delegation of over 200. Many thanks to those who you see sharing breakfast as well as the village of those behind the scenes. Everyone has worked hard in order for Area 08 athletes to play hard and get their medals. Just unloading the buses and seeing all the smiling faces makes every minute of hard work well worth it. Athletes and Unified Partners of Area 8... You got this!!

05/27/2026

⛳ There’s Still Time to Sign Up! ⛳

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the Special Olympics Michigan Golf Classic benefiting Area 8 Special Olympics on Monday, June 15th at The Country Club of Lansing!

Gather your team, enjoy a great day on the course, and help support incredible athletes in our community. 💚

🏌️‍♂️ 10AM Shotgun Start
📍 The Country Club of Lansing
📞 517-887-1175

Register today: https://birdease.com/theclassic

We would love to see you there!

05/22/2026

🇺🇸💙 Today, Area 8 athletes proudly participated in a special flag raising ceremony in Lansing to honor athletes particpating the 2026 Special Olympics Michigan Summer Games next week! 💙🇺🇸

We are so proud of the athletes who represented Area 8 today with pride, honor, and enthusiasm. Your leadership and passion continue to inspire our entire community!

05/22/2026

🌟 We love seeing Special Olympics athletes being recognized and celebrated! 🌟

Check out this inspiring article about Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson East and the new documentary SOARING, which highlights the journeys of Special Olympics gymnasts as they prepare for the 2026 USA Games.

A special shoutout to Liz from Area 8, who is featured in the documentary! 💛 We are so proud to see her hard work, dedication, and love for Special Olympics being shared on such a big stage. She continues to inspire so many people through her determination and positive spirit. 👏

Be sure to read the article and support these amazing athletes!

https://www.si.com/onsi/athlete-lifestyle/business/olympic-gold-medalist-shawn-johnson-east-stars-in-new-documentary-soaring

There is a moment in SOARING, the upcoming short-film documentary presented by RED BARON® when Shawn Johnson East surprises three Special Olympics gymnasts and

05/21/2026

We are so proud to recognize Morgan Fisher for using her voice to promote inclusion, kindness, and community at Haslett High School. 💙💛

In her powerful photo essay, “The Power of Being Inclusive,” Morgan highlights the importance of creating a school environment where every student feels accepted, valued, and connected. From Unified Sports and Inclusion Week to everyday acts of respect and friendship, Morgan reminds us that inclusion starts with all of us.

Thank you, Morgan, for being a leader, advocate, and role model for inclusion!



Read Her Essay Here:

The Power of Being Inclusive Inclusion is defined as the act of accepting all people as equals. But to me, it means so much more than that. Inclusion means to me that everyone is included and also feels like a friend. I want our school and community to be as inclusive as possible, and this sta...

05/20/2026

⛳ Golf Coach Needed! ⛳

Area 8 is currently looking for a new Golf Coach for the upcoming season! Practice begins July 10th.

If you’re interested in supporting and encouraging our athletes while sharing your love of golf, we’d love to hear from you!

📞 Phone: 517-887-1175
📧 Email: [email protected]

Please reach out for more information!