Wednesday, November 14, 2007
London Free Press B2
WORK WITH SPECIAL-NEEDS KIDS HONOURED
By Meghan Moloney
Special to The Free Press
David Gosset doesn't usually seek the limelight.
But last night, he stood in front of a crown applauding him for his work with special-needs students.
Gosset was honoured as educator of the year for Special Olympics at the Thames Valley District school board meeting.
An athletics program services officer with the board, Gosset also is chair of the region's Special Olympics organization committee. He's been involved with the event since 2002.
"It's very humbling to be recognized," Gosset said. "We are passionate about kids and that's why we're in this role."
Gosset works with special education teachers, parents, volunteers, and members of Special Olympics Ontario to co-ordinate the three-day track and field meet at TD Waterhouse Stadium.
Investing In Children is a London organization that has provided funding and support to Special Olympics Ontario for six years.
Anita Gilvesy, the executive director, praised Gosset's organizational skills. "(He) has done an amazing job," she said.
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