The SOAR Program

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The SOAR Program The SOAR Program (Students Open to Achieving Reality) is for students who are 18-21 years of age with an IEP needing help with Functional & Living Skills.

We lucked out with the weather and a great time at Ms. Marsha's pumpkin patch. Added bonus was seeing so many of our fr...
09/30/2026

We lucked out with the weather and a great time at Ms. Marsha's pumpkin patch. Added bonus was seeing so many of our friends🎃

We were grateful to be able to start up our Intergenerational Days again with the ADRC. We enjoyed playing pool, indoor ...
09/28/2026

We were grateful to be able to start up our Intergenerational Days again with the ADRC. We enjoyed playing pool, indoor ax throwing, beanbags along with cookies, popcorn and slushies! Thanks for hosting❤️

The days go by so fast! We were at the school forest on Monday hiding our rocks we painted. Then in the afternoon we joi...
09/22/2026

The days go by so fast! We were at the school forest on Monday hiding our rocks we painted. Then in the afternoon we joined our friends from BRI at the Youth Center. Today we walked around the pond and enjoyed the beginning of fall.

Paper airplane contest today. Distance, hang time and who can hit a target (aka Mrs. Venzke)☀️
09/17/2026

Paper airplane contest today. Distance, hang time and who can hit a target (aka Mrs. Venzke)☀️

09/17/2026

The grand finale!

Way to go Ryker ❤️
09/11/2026

Way to go Ryker ❤️

09/07/2026

❤️ CAUSE OF THE MONTH 🎒

This month at The Tire Station, we’re shining a light on a program that helps make a very real difference for children right here in our community: Meals in a Backpack, through United Way of Taylor County.

For many kids, school means more than just learning, friends, and activities. School meals can also be an important source of reliable nutrition. But what happens when the school doors close for the weekend, a holiday, or a school break? For some local families, making sure there is enough food at home can be a challenge. That’s where Meals in a Backpack steps in.

The program helps provide local children with backpacks filled with kid-friendly, shelf-stable food to take home when they are away from school. It’s a simple idea with a meaningful purpose, helping make sure children have food when they need it most. Over the next few weeks, we’ll share more about Meals in a Backpack, why this program is so important, and how our community can help support it.

🎒 Want to help? Throughout the month, The Tire Station will be accepting monetary donations at the restaurant to support this important program. Every dollar can make a difference. Food donations are also always welcome through the SOAR Program, where community members can donate food directly to help local families in need. Because no child should ever have to wonder where their next meal is coming from. ❤️

First day of SOAR! We welcomed new friends 😊 Finished the Food Drive for the Meals in a Backpack Program with United Way...
09/03/2026

First day of SOAR! We welcomed new friends 😊 Finished the Food Drive for the Meals in a Backpack Program with United Way and so many local businesses. We are so fortunate to have such a supportive community. We ended the day with a new game and a visit from Superintendent Lundy!!

Our Special Family and Friends Picnic and Resource Fair Tuesday August 18, 20264:00 pm to 7:00 pm Medford City ParkRSVP:...
08/16/2026

Our Special Family and Friends Picnic and Resource Fair
Tuesday August 18, 2026
4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Medford City Park

RSVP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0848ADAB29A4F58-64031884-ourspecial

Medford Area Public Schools Department of Special Education and Student Services is hosting our annual back to school picnic and resource fair for our special families and friends, school staff, and community agencies who support our students.

Activities:
School and Community Resource Fair
Meet and Greet with School IEP Staff
The Juggler with Yellow Shoes
Free Family Swim
Our Village Inclusive Playground
Picnic Supper
Kraft Kuddly Kritters Petting Zoo
DJ Dream Woller Productions
Family Photos with Our Special Family Banner
Spin the Wheel for Prizes

Hosted by Medford Area Public School District and our School and Community Resource Agencies

08/06/2026

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN HELP
1. Be a collection site: You can contribute by collecting backpacks, local grocery store gift cards, dry cereal, oatmeal, fruit cups, juice boxes, canned fruit and vegetables, snack bars (such as granola and fruit bars), canned soup, peanut butter and jelly, mac 'n cheese, pasta, rice products, spaghetti sauce, and other non-perishable food items.

2. Make a monetary donation: You can support the program by making a monetary donation. Please make checks payable to United Way of Taylor County, and send them to PO Box 85, Medford, WI 54451. Write "Meals in a Backpack" on the memo line. Alternatively, you can donate online at www.uwtaylor.org.

3. Conduct a donor match campaign: Help us maximize our impact by organizing a donor match campaign to encourage more donations.

4. Spread the word: Tell other generous community members about this campaign!

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54451

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