November Impact on inclusion award: Bryant High School
Bryant High School has been named the Special Olympics Arkansas UCS November Impact on Inclusion recipient, a recognition that celebrates schools that demonstrate exceptional commitment to creating environments where all students feel seen, valued, and supported. This honor shines a spotlight on the heart of Bryant’s culture—one built on unity, courage, and belonging.
The November Impact on Inclusion recognition honors schools that make inclusion not just a goal, but a lived reality. Bryant High School exemplifies this through:
In Unified Sports and throughout campus, Bryant students demonstrate what it truly means to uplift one another.
Be Bold: Creating Spaces Where Every Student Belongs
At Bryant High School, being bold means more than taking risks—it means making room for every student to belong. Unified Sports, an affiliate of Special Olympics, brings students with and without disabilities together as teammates, friends, and equals.
Head Coach Lynda Currey captures the spirit of the program with her simple, powerful vision:“Unified sports is an opportunity for our kids with disabilities and without disabilities to come together with a sport that they enjoy and make friendships.”
This commitment to authentic inclusion is one of the reasons Bryant stood out as a recipient of this month’s award.
Be Brave: Stepping Into Something New
Being brave often looks like taking a step toward something unfamiliar—and doing it with an open heart. Student partner Karsyn Currey shared how joining Unified Sports transformed her perspective:“My favorite part of being on the team is just getting to have new friendships with the athletes. And just getting to have fun.”
In Unified Sports, bravery shows up as kindness, patience, and the courage to build genuine connections. This type of everyday bravery represents the spirit of the Impact on Inclusion recognition.
Be Bryant: Building a Culture of Community
At Bryant, community isn’t just a value—it’s a way of life. For student partner Luke Andrews, what began as a simple way to help quickly became something much deeper:“My favorite part is probably just getting to know these kids better. It’s really fun to see how much this means. And I’m just, like, hanging out with the guys at this point.”
Unified Sports has grown into a family—one where every member contributes, grows, and celebrates together.
Coach Currey sees that unity reflected every day: “Being able to see the partners interact—I mean, they just treat each other the same. There’s no difference.”
Be Bold. Be Brave. Be Bryant.
At Bryant High School, every student is valued. Every student contributes. Every student belongs. That’s why Bryant is being celebrated for its ongoing commitment to inclusion—and why this community continues to lead with heart.
Congratulations to Bryant High School, the Special Olympics Arkansas UCS November Impact on Inclusion recipient.
See what being Unified means to them!
To learn more or find out how your school can get involved, contact Jennifer Edwards and take the first step toward making inclusion a way of life.
The November Impact on Inclusion recognition honors schools that make inclusion not just a goal, but a lived reality. Bryant High School exemplifies this through:
- Programs that support genuine belonging
- Student leaders who model empathy and connection
- A culture that celebrates every student’s strengths
- A commitment to breaking down barriers—social, physical, and emotional
In Unified Sports and throughout campus, Bryant students demonstrate what it truly means to uplift one another.
Be Bold: Creating Spaces Where Every Student Belongs
At Bryant High School, being bold means more than taking risks—it means making room for every student to belong. Unified Sports, an affiliate of Special Olympics, brings students with and without disabilities together as teammates, friends, and equals.
Head Coach Lynda Currey captures the spirit of the program with her simple, powerful vision:“Unified sports is an opportunity for our kids with disabilities and without disabilities to come together with a sport that they enjoy and make friendships.”
This commitment to authentic inclusion is one of the reasons Bryant stood out as a recipient of this month’s award.
Be Brave: Stepping Into Something New
Being brave often looks like taking a step toward something unfamiliar—and doing it with an open heart. Student partner Karsyn Currey shared how joining Unified Sports transformed her perspective:“My favorite part of being on the team is just getting to have new friendships with the athletes. And just getting to have fun.”
In Unified Sports, bravery shows up as kindness, patience, and the courage to build genuine connections. This type of everyday bravery represents the spirit of the Impact on Inclusion recognition.
Be Bryant: Building a Culture of Community
At Bryant, community isn’t just a value—it’s a way of life. For student partner Luke Andrews, what began as a simple way to help quickly became something much deeper:“My favorite part is probably just getting to know these kids better. It’s really fun to see how much this means. And I’m just, like, hanging out with the guys at this point.”
Unified Sports has grown into a family—one where every member contributes, grows, and celebrates together.
Coach Currey sees that unity reflected every day: “Being able to see the partners interact—I mean, they just treat each other the same. There’s no difference.”
Be Bold. Be Brave. Be Bryant.
At Bryant High School, every student is valued. Every student contributes. Every student belongs. That’s why Bryant is being celebrated for its ongoing commitment to inclusion—and why this community continues to lead with heart.
Congratulations to Bryant High School, the Special Olympics Arkansas UCS November Impact on Inclusion recipient.
See what being Unified means to them!
To learn more or find out how your school can get involved, contact Jennifer Edwards and take the first step toward making inclusion a way of life.
Published November 2025
