We’re excited to announce that Central East High School has received National Banner Recognition from Special Olympics North America as an ESPN Honor Roll school! Central East is a part of the Central Unified School District in Fresno, Calif.
The national recognition is awarded to schools that demonstrate an inclusive campus climate and exude a sense of collaboration, engagement and respect for all members of the student body and staff. Unified Champion Schools receiving national banner recognition are committed to inclusion and meet 10 national standards of excellence. These standards were developed by a panel of leaders from Special Olympics and the education community. School applications go through a two-stage review process, first by state Program staff and then by a national certifying body of key educational leaders.
An inclusive school climate that fosters understanding and respect for all can influence how students think and act – not only within school hours, but beyond the campus as well! These positive actions can
effectively ignite change in neighborhoods and communities.
We congratulate Central East High School on this much-deserved national recognition! They unveiled their banner during a celebration in December 2023 which included guest speakers, a Unified volleyball game and more. Check out their announcement via ESPN.