More Than 620 Students Taking Part in a Major HDSB Sports Day This June — Here Is What to Know

A beloved annual tradition in the Halton school community is returning this month, with more than 620 students from across the Halton District School Board set to compete in a special athletics event on June 12.

What Happened

The Halton District School Board is hosting its 39th annual Special Athletics Track Meet on Friday, June 12, at Garth Webb Secondary School in Oakville. The event brings together students with diverse physical and developmental abilities for a day of friendly competition and community spirit.

According to FM101 Milton Now, the day runs from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with opening ceremonies beginning at 10:00 a.m. A closing parade is scheduled for 1:00 p.m.

Key Details

• Date: Friday, June 12, 2026 at Garth Webb Secondary School, Oakville

• Over 620 students from HDSB schools across Halton are taking part

• Activities include 100-metre races, basketball, T-ball, soccer, bowling, obstacle courses, and sensory stations

• The Oodenawi Public School Drumline will perform during the parade

• Optimist Clubs from Halton Hills, Milton, Oakville, and Burlington are providing a barbecue lunch

• Coaches, volunteers, family members, and peer supporters will be on hand throughout the day

• The event was first held in 1987 with just 12 athletes and has grown significantly since

Community Impact

Milton's Optimist Club is among the community groups helping make this event possible, alongside clubs from across Halton. For local families with children in HDSB schools, this day represents the kind of inclusive community celebration that Milton takes pride in supporting.

Background

The Special Athletics Track Meet has been a fixture in the Halton school board's calendar for nearly four decades. It is organized in collaboration with student volunteers, community organizations, and school board staff to create a welcoming and celebratory environment for all participants.

Source: FM101 Milton Now — https://www.miltonnow.ca/2026/05/25/137045/

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