There’s Good News: Paralympian Rudy Garcia-Tolson shares message of resilience at Buckingham Elementary in Bend
Kelsey Merison
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Paralympian Rudy Garcia-Tolson, a five-time Paralympic medalist, visited Buckingham Elementary last week. He shared his journey and messages of resilience and self-belief with students.
The visit, hosted by Bend-La Pine Schools, allowed Garcia-Tolson to discuss his experiences growing up with a disability and becoming a world-class athlete. He spoke about determination and the importance of self-belief.
He took questions from students, signed autographs, and even raced them outside!
Bend-La Pine Schools says that Garcia-Tolson’s story inspired their students to dream big and push beyond limits.