Victoria Bowler - Special Olympics North Carolina

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15th Annual
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Bingo
Aerobics
Dancing
Music
Movies
Arts & Crafts
Computer Lab
Entertainment
*Camp SOAR remains a free camp. However, with
costs increasing, any donations one wishes to make
in support of Camp SOAR will be greatly appreciated.
Please make any contributions to:
Special Olympics Mecklenburg County
4421 Stuart Andrew Blvd, Suite 605
Charlotte, NC 28217
Levine JCC, Charlotte
Dedicated in loving memory of
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Register Early • Limited Spaces
MUST REGISTER BY MAY 15, 2015
June 15-19,
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Camp is FREE!*
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Basketball
Tennis
Swimming
Soccer
Volleyball
Floor Hockey
Bowling
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In remembrance of her spirit, Vickie’s parents, Robert “Bob”
and Marilynn Bowler and family members have established
the Victoria Bowler Memorial Scholarship at CPCC for
deserving students preparing for a career in the paralegal
profession. In addition, an Outstanding Volunteer Memorial
Award is presented each year at Camp SOAR in Vickie’s
honor.
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Vickie was born in Youngstown, Ohio. A smart, witty and
incredibly lovely young woman with an amazing commitment
to caring for others. She was passionate about her volunteer
work at Levine Children’s Hospital in the cancer center,
Make-A-Wish Foundation, Special Olympics/Camp SOAR,
the homeless shelter, senior citizens Bingo and Kids First.
In addition to her volunteer commitments, she enjoyed
horseback riding, golf, tennis, and working out, finding joy
in everything she did.
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Special Olympics Mecklenburg County
4421 Stuart Andrew Blvd. Suite 605
Charlotte, NC 28217
In 1992 Vickie Bowler
Vickie with her dad “Bob”
graduated from the
Paralegal Program at Central Piedmont Community College,
located in Charlotte, NC. Prior to this, she attended East
Mecklenburg High School in Charlotte and graduated from
East Carolina University in Greenville, NC. Before her
untimely passing on April 4, 2012, Vickie was employed as a
paralegal by Stiles, Byrum & Horne Law Firm in Charlotte.
A passionate Camp Soar volunteer with
extraordinary enthusiasm, energy & commitment.
June 15-19, 2015
9am-4pm
Sandra and Leon Levine
Jewish Community Center
5007 Providence Road • Charlotte, NC 28226
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The Sandra and Leon Levine Jewish Community
Center, in conjunction with Special Olympics
Mecklenburg County, is pleased to welcome you
to Camp SOAR!
Due to the popularity of the camp and to
accommodate additional campers, this year’s
Camp SOAR format will again be two 3-day camps,
based on camper ages. The same fun-filled, usual
Camp SOAR activities will still occur.
Thank you for your participation!
TWO SESSIONS – BASED ON CAMPER’S AGE:
Session 1: AGES 26 + June 15-16 & 19
Session 2: AGES 12-25 June 17-18 & 19
Sports
Basketball
Tennis
Swimming
Soccer
Volleyball
Floor Hockey
Bowling
Bocce
Activities
Bingo
Aerobics
Dancing
Music
Movies
Arts & Crafts
Computer Lab
Entertainment
Camp SOAR Application
Sessions are based on age; please check the box that applies:
q SESSION 1
(Ages 26+)
Monday, June 15
Tuesday, June 16
Friday, June 19
q SESSION 2
(Ages 12-25)
Wednesday, June 17
Thursday, June 18
Friday, June 19
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Friday, May 15, 2015
Please return completed application to:
Special Olympics Mecklenburg County
ATTN: Camp SOAR
4421 Stuart Andrew Blvd., Suite 605
Charlotte, NC 28217
Or FAX Application to:
704-358-3211
Camper’s Name_________________________________________________________________ Camper’s Age ________
Address_______________________________________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________________________________ Zip_________________________
Is this a Group Home?
q YES q NO Group Home Name____________________________________________________
Group Home Manager’s Name_ _________________________________________ Phone_________________________
E-mail Address (to receive information/confirmation for camp): ________________________________________________________
Participants Must ...
• Be 12 years & older (birth date cut-off: June 1, 2015)
• Have a current medical form on file with Special Olympics
office (or get one prior to May 15, 2015)
Parent/Guardian_ _________________________________________________ Phone_________________________
Other Important Info ...
• We have medics on duty • Bring swimsuits & towels
• Lunch and snacks provided each day • Special surprise guests
Does camper have medical on file with SONC? (Must be on file PRIOR TO MAY 15, 2015) ..................................................... q YES q NO
Emergency Contact_________________________________________________ Phone_________________________
E-mail Address (to receive information/confirmation for camp): ________________________________________________________
Did camper attend Camp SOAR in 2014?............................................................................................................................... q YES q NO
Is camper in a wheelchair?.................................................................................................................................................... q YES q NO
Can camper feed / toilet self? (If no, provide caregiver’s name)............................................................................................ q YES q NO
Does camper need an interpreter for sign language?............................................................................................................ q YES q NO
Please check a box to grant permission for your camper to participate in swimming........................................................... q YES q NO
Please note if camper will be bringing own food due to dietary restrictions. Please note any FOOD ALLERGIES or SPECIAL MEDICAL NEEDS:
___________________________________________________________________________________________
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T-Shirt size (Adult sizes only):
For questions or more information, contact Camp SOAR Director Bob Bowler 704-364-5032 or Pam Cross 832-330-2197
q Small q Medium q Large q XL q XXL q XXXL
Camp SOAR remains a free camp. However, with costs
increasing, any donations one wishes to make in
support of Camp SOAR will be greatly appreciated.
Please make any contributions to:
Special Olympics Mecklenburg County
4421 Stuart Andrew Blvd, Suite 605 • Charlotte, NC 28217