Frog-a-Nanny
 Super Challenge
May 17-19, 2012

New Albany Sportsplex
New Albany, MS


Thursday, Friday & Saturday
May 17,18,19, 2012

 
Frog-a-Nanny is a modified baseball game for students with severe and multiple disabilities in the New Albany and Union County Public Schools. Disabilities range from autism to Down syndrome, profound, moderate mental retardation, physical impairments, and traumatic brain injury.

This is the 17th year for Frog-a-Nanny, initially a unique event in New Albany. However, over the years it has become a much-anticipated event for students with disabilities to showcase their sportsmanship and athletic ability.

The event begins with a parade of athletes followed by a ball game, cookout and a dance. Volunteers range from school-age children to senior citizens, and everyone gets involved!

 

 It is also an opportunity for the community to experience the true meaning of sport and increases awareness of students with special needs. But most importantly, Frog-a-Nanny builds self confidence and hope for all students

 

 

 

 

 

 


The Krewe of Grenouille Petit de Jeuner

Those enjoying the breakfast celebration are front row (l-r): Starron Jones, Amanda Jarvis, King Jordan Lee,
Jennie Katherine Ellis, Ingrid Christian; middle row (l-r): Jordan Dunnam, Ismael Mendoza, Cody Robbins,
Kristin Waldrop, Frog (Thomas Beam), Queen Lori Beth Elder, Shenequa Simpson, Kristin Buskirk;
back row (l-r): Bryan Green, Chris Carter, Michael Rost, Wade Simmons, Justin Mills
NAHS Krewe celebrates Mardi Gras





 


Lori Beth & Jonathan enjoyed last year's 10th Annual Frog-a-Nanny Super Challenge

Amber & softball-buddy Kelly run to beat Justin's throw during the 1996 Frog-A-Nanny

 


Frog-A-Nanny Info Sheet
Email Kelly Coltharp
Frog-a-Nanny began in the spring
of 1995 because of Justin…a 9-year-old
malnourished little boy with
mental retardation. Despite his disability,
he had exceptional athletic ability. At the
time, Kelly Coltharp was teaching Adaptive Physical Education to a class of students with severe and multiple disabilities.
Justin was the star at any game she taught them to play. Being on the New Albany City Park Board, Kelly realized there weren't any opportunities for students like Justin to showcase their athletic talents. Through the help of the school administration, the park and recreation department, and the students' families, the first Frog-a-Nanny was organized. This year, Justin will graduate and this will be his last Frog-a-Nanny. 		 

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