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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
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​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!
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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!
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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!
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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.
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