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Yes I Can!

The Yes I Can! Awards honor students with disabilities who excel. These awards celebrate the achievements of children and youth with disabilities; encourage these individuals to seek their highest potential; and increase public awareness of the abilities, aspirations, and personal qualities of those with disabilities.

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2026 WInners
Jamie JonesAthletics

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Janna PharoAcademics

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Aiden McCartneyTransition

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Caleb SmusSchool & Community

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Weston MinnemaArts

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Jack VolkersSelf Advocacy

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2025 WInners
Roland GreenAthletics

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Luke SimpsonAcademics

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Joshua LangereisTransition 

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Maddie McGuireSchool & Community

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Carl GerhardArts

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Gabe MyersSelf Advocacy

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Last Updated:  28 September, 2026

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