S2.4 Athletes & youth teaching inclusion
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Program Quality Standards
The Program Quality Standards (PQS) are a tool to help Programs develop and increase quality of programmatic areas and overall operations. They help Programs identify what to focus on in order to provide athletes with the highest quality programming. Frequently Asked Questions
Program Quality Standards: Frequently Asked Questions
The Program Quality Standards (PQS) are a tool to help Programs develop and increase quality of programmatic areas and overall operations. They help Programs identify what to focus on in order to keep moving forward.
Athlete and Youth Leaders as Spokespeople
Stage 1
Program invites youth and athletes to participate in events with external groups (e.g. giving a speech or introducing an external speaker during an opening ceremony at local Games).
Stage 2
Program creates opportunities for meaningful and sustainable interaction between youth/athletes and external groups (e.g. inviting a local official to a Unified Champion School for a Unified Sports game and lunch with students).
Stage 3
Program includes youth and athletes in the planning and execution of events and regular engagement with external groups.
Youth Leadership
Stage 1
Program actively recruits young people to get involved in Special Olympics.
Stage 2
Program organizes activities to build inclusive mindsets and behaviors in young people (e.g. youth leadership summits, training, etc.).
Stage 3
All committees, planning and implementation activities have youth fully included as members or leaders.