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NNC DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION
Adapted Physical Education Brochure NC DPI Exceptional Children - NC DPI Adapted PE - NC DPI Specialized Instructional Support and NC Healthy Schools APE Lending Library NC DPI Assistive Technology NC DPI ECD Remote Learning Resources for APE NC DPI Remote Learning Resources for PE NC DPI Healthy Schools Website NC DPI GenEd Healthy Living Resources NC School Based PT COVID 19 and Telehealth Resources PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS: SHAPE America - Society of Health and Physical Educators NC SHAPE (NCAAHPERD-SM) - North Carolina Alliance for Athletics, Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Dance, and Sport Management Council for Exceptional Children North Carolina Council for Exceptional Children MEMOS, GUIDANCE DOCUMENTS, POSITION PAPERS: Healthy Active Children Policy - NC State Board of Education Adapted Physical Education - Liaison - NC DPI Adapted Physical Education - Listserve - NC DPI School Improvement Plans to Include Healthy Active Children - NC DPI Students with Disabilities: More Information and Guidance Could Improve Opportunities in Physical Education and Athletics - US GAO Position Paper - Highly Qualified Adapted Physical Education Teachers - AAPAR EVALUATION/ASSESSMENT RESOURCES: APE Assessment/Evaluation Tools - This is a list of commonly used tools used to determine eligibility for APE. PRINTED RESOURCES: APE Lending Library - Literature and resources available for check out from DPI. EC Glossary - Commonly used abbreviations and terminology in NC LEA Websites: Pitt County APE Website APE and Activity for People with Disabilities: PE Central - Specific page with dedicated APE information Palaestra - Journal for Sport, Physical Education, and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities Bridge II Sports - Non-profit organization that supports children and adults with disabilities to play team and individual sports (On Facebook as bridge2sports) NC Office on Disability and Health Special Olympics North Carolina - Look for coaches resources for great tips, assessment sheets, skills progression etc. National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability National Consortium for Physical Education for Individuals with Disabilities Integrating PE and Technology Developmental Therapy Associates Adaptive Sports USA Blaze Sports America www.seeability.org www.nod.org - National Organization on Disability http://www.cdc.gov/bam/index.html - interactive tool for teens to increase activity www.recreation.gov guide to reliable consumer health info www.fitness.gov www.sportsbookreview.com/importance-sports-physical-education/ - The Importance of Sports and Physical Education Retail Savings Guide for People with Disabilities Specific Diagnoses: Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Presents Sip-and-Puff Adaptoys www.rarediseases.org http://www.sbancsc.org/ - Spina Bifida Cerebral Palsy Guidance www.orthoseek.com www.ec-link.org - Sensory impairments www.fredshead.info - Blogs, tips, techniques and resources for and by blind and visually impaired people. Equipment: www.donorschoose.com- Will put you in touch with donors to provide equipment. www.aph.org - American Printing House for the Blind: Books and equipment. www.schoolspecialty.com - School Specialty: Equipment =Sportime and Abilitations are now found within the School Specialty Website. www.humankinetics.com - Human Kinetics: Books, DVD, etc. including Adapted PE. http://www.flaghouse.com/Physical-Education/Adapted-PE/ - Flaghouse: Physical Education and Giant Leaps (for special populations). www.openphysed.org -OPEN PhysEd is free lesson plans. Legislation/Policy: www.ed.gov/nclb/landing.jhtml - Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) also known as No Child Left Behind Act Special Educ. Law Bulletins: www.quinlan.com www.specialednews.com Special Interest Organizations: www.unitedwaytriangle.org www.lung.org - American Lung Association www.ucpa.org - for CP http://www.ncd.gov/ - National Council on Disabilities www.easter-seals.org www.arcnc.org www.edgate.com/site/contents - for issues with behavior |
Commit to Inclusion supports the establishment of programming like I Can Do it, You Can Do It! (ICDI) to help facilitate access and opportunities for children and adults with disability to be healthy and active.
Commit to Inclusion also supports the implementation of the Guidelines for Disability Inclusion to assist in the updating of community health program and policies to be inclusive of the needs of people with disability. To learn more, click HERE! Disclaimer: This is not an NC-APE-AC publication, but it's still a great resource! 
ExerciseBuddy uses peer-led exercise videos and research-based teaching strategies to inspire and teach individuals with autism to exercise! Design and save individualized workouts, monitor student progress and health history, teach the systems of the body, empower and motivate parents, and more! If you haven't checked it out yet, click HERE!
Disclaimer: This is not an NC-APE-AC publication, but it's still awesome! 
APE has a PODCAST! Special Educator, Scott McNamara of Michigan, has started a blog and podcast for all things APE! Episodes are free to download, via iTunes, and can be accessed HERE!
Disclaimer: This is not an NC-APE-AC publication, but it's still awesome! 
This YouTube channel offers simple activities, modifications to equipment, and inclusion strategies for engaging all learners. Check it out HERE!
Disclaimer: This is not an NC-APE-AC publication, but it's still a great resource! COVID/APE at Home Resources:
AdaptatHome from Disabled Sports USA - several "on demand" videos for youth and adults Special Olympics - Fit 5 fitness cards and fitness videos Marathon Kids - Mileage logs, warm up activities, healthy eating and games! Special Olympics School of Strength - work out videos in partnership with WWE that offer weekly progression OPEN Phys Ed – Has provided access to lessons, exercise calendars, and logs that can be used at home Exercise Buddy – visual exercise app – Offering an extension of the normal 14-day free trial GoNoodle - Movement and mindfulness videos created by child development experts. Sworkit - Kid-friendly workouts — strength, agility, flexibility, balance, OR create your own custom kid workout PE with Joe - Daily YouTube workouts with Joe Wicks Cosmic Kids Yoga – Yoga, mindfulness, and relaxation for kids ages 3+ Hy-Vee Kids Fit – Eat, Play, Learn and Challenge – Several videos, modifications, teaching tools, and even recipes! HYPE at Home – Hip Hop Public Health has a variety of free music and dance resources to keep kids moving! Spark PE - Free resources home PE resources for families and teachers (including professional development) Captain Pete’s Home Activity Visual Packet – Amazing visual activity sheets to get kids up and moving! Toolkit4PE – Click on resources for a TON of content! (you will need to log in with an email or Facebook account to access) Pandemic PE – NC Physical Educator Gabe Ervin will be uploading a series of at home PE videos every few days. EnrichEd. PE TV on YouTube - Several quick videos with great visuals and fitness challenges Growga – Yoga streaming and video content for kids and families Fitbound – GREAT resource with a free registration option. Inclusion, dance, yoga, fitness and focus videos! *Parents/guardians, caregivers, family, teachers, friends, these activities are offered for your information and are not recommended individually. Please be thoughtful and use discretion if you select activities. Use your judgement and understanding of your child to ensure your child will be safe and successful. Some activities may need to be modified to meet the needs of your child. Please do not use if you have any concerns. Consider consulting a health care provider if you are unsure about your child performing any activity. |