He's faster than a speeding bullet.
He's more powerful than a locomotive.
He was a competitor in March 24-26's Winter Special Olympics - and slalom skiing is sophomore Kevin Bolme's specialty.
"I go about a million (miles per hour) through the gates," said Bolme. "My favorite (places to ski) are chairs two and six."
"He loves athletics - he's a total fan of the Braves and Bravettes and goes to every game," said Kevin's father, Craig Bolme. "Special Olympics is one place where he can be the athlete."
Said Mr. Bolme: "He's a good example of what the Special Olympics can do."
Special education teacher Lance Nadeau has noticed how the event changed Bolme.
"He becomes more social at the Olympics," he said. "He usually is pretty introverted."
The obvious benefits of being a Special Olympic skier are getting free lift tickets and having volunteers to assist and cheer. Some of the more valuable aspects of the program, however, are more subtle.
"It raises his self esteem, he gets more involved in everything, and his grades go up," said Mr. Bolme.
"I really enjoy helping Kevin out," said volunteer sophomore Richard Dortch. "But he doesn't always need it. He's a really good skier."
For most volunteers, the experience is more than rewarding - it's addicting.
"People in general can't say why they volunteer - but after once or twice, most get hooked on it," said Craig Bolme. "They enjoy the reactions and rewards and want more."
However, the Winter Olympics aren't always about athletics. This year's Olympics, for instance features a carnival, dinner and a dance.
"I'm a real party animal," said Kevin Bolme, an active participant in the festivities.
"Too many people (looking at Kevin) see the handicap and don't look any further," said Craig Bolme, adding: "He's like any other kid."