Special Olympics Montana highlights Billings Skyview unified PE program [Video]

BILLINGS — On Tuesday at Billings Skyview High School, Special Olympics Montana stopped by to highlight the school’s inclusive sports program and spread an important message.

The program is a way to promote social inclusion through sports for those with and without disabilities.

“I don’t know how people would leave this class without feeling rejoiced,” said Rae Smart, a three-sport athlete at the school, on Tuesday.

At Skyview, the unified physical education program is a highly sought-after class.

“It’s my favorite class of the day to come raise my attitude,” Smart said.

The class provides an opportunity for students of varying abilities to come together.

“(My favorite part) is just getting to see the kids every day,” Smart said. “They’re just amazing kids. They’re always smiling.”

Terri Norman works for Special Olympics Montana and recruits schools to introduce unified sports programs.

“They’re bringing students with and without disabilities, working alongside …