Teenagers with learning disabilities, neurodiversity and intellectual disabilities took part in the annual Special Olympics at the Caledonian ground in North Dunedin where they competed in track and field sports.
"Our students with learning disabilities often have those cognitive issues with being able to do things like run in the lanes, or to be able to throw the shot — they try to the best of their abilities and everyone had a great time.
"Everyone really exceeded themselves today, they gave it their best and no-one went away without thinking that they'd done everything they could today," Mr Moffitt said.
Students participated in javelin, shot put, long jump and various sprints, Mr Moffitt said.
The Special Olympics will host two more events in Dunedin, one for football and the other for basketball.
