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#AdaptedPE Monthly Newsletter- JANUARY 2026
Welcome to the #AdaptedPE Newsletter! Your monthly source for innovative teaching strategies,…
Easy Adapted PE: CAPE Certification Explained | What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Get Started in Adapted PE
Hey everyone! Sarah here from EasyAdaptedPE.com 💙 This video kicks off a…
3 Unique Ways to Use the ALLPLAY Frame as a Ramp in Adapted Physical Education
The ALLPLAY Frame offers a versatile way to use ramps in Adapted…
2026 Adapted PE Teachers of the Year Announced
SHAPE America has proudly revealed its 2026 Adapted Physical Education District Teachers…
NCPEID: Using the IEP Checklist to Support Physical Education Services (Policy & Advocacy Episode 4)
Check out this new video regarding the IEP Checklist and see where…
Easy Adapted PE: Advocacy and Collaboration in Adapted PE | Building School-Level Visibility and Value
Hey team, Sarah here from EasyAdaptedPE.com 💙 In this video, we’re continuing…
How I Use PowerLink 4 in Adapted PE (and How You Can Too!)
I know a PowerLink and assistive technology might seem a little intimidating…
NCPEID: Equal Access to School Athletics (Policy & Advocacy Episode 3)
In the latest of our PAC video series, Melissa discusses equal opportunity…
Easy Adapted PE: Advocacy and Collaboration in Adapted PE | Empowering Students Through Teamwork
Hi team! Sarah here from EasyAdaptedPE.com 💙 In this video, we’re kicking…
Adapt. Include. Move.: Assistive technology hack for Adapted PE – Momentary Foot Switch
Originally saw this idea from Brad with PE Learn & Play -…
#AdaptedPE Monthly Newsletter- DECEMBER 2025
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Easy Adapted PE: Lesson Planning in Adapted PE | Turning IEP Goals into Actionable, Engaging Lessons
Hey everyone — Sarah here from EasyAdaptedPE.com! 👋 Welcome back to our…
NCPEID: Preschoolers Can Receive APE: What Every Educator Should Know (Policy & Advocacy Episode 2)
Did you know that children ages 3-5 who have disabilities may be…
Adapt. Include. Move: Brushing and Flossing Activity in Adapted Health
This is a hands on brushing and flossing activity I do with…
Why the Nex Playground Should Be in Every School
I recently had the chance to share my experience with the Nex…
Easy Adapted PE: How to Start Assessment in Adapted PE | Data, IEP Goals, and Effective Tools for Teachers
Welcome back, Adapted PE teachers! 💪 Sarah here from EasyAdaptedPE.com — your…
NCPEID: Adapted vs. Adaptive: Why the Terminology Matters in APE (Policy & Advocacy Episode 1)
What is the difference between using the word "Adapted" vs. "Adaptive" in…
#AdaptedPE Monthly Newsletter- NOVEMBER 2025
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Easy Adapted PE: Adapted PE Q&A: How to Reset Routines When Students Won’t Follow Rules | Limited Equipment Solutions
In this Adapted PE Q&A, I answer three questions every teacher faces:…
Easy Adapted PE: Adapted PE Made Easy: Tools & Resources Every Teacher Needs (Manual + Book Review)
Welcome back to Easy Adapted PE! I’m Sarah Fuller, a veteran Adapted…
Easy Adapted PE: Social Stories Made Easy for Adapted PE Teachers
Creating social stories can transform how students with Autism and other unique…
Easy Adapted PE: How to Make Visual Schedules in Canva for Adapted PE
Welcome back to Easy Adapted PE! I’m Sarah Fuller, your veteran Adapted…
Easy Adapted PE: Just Adapt It: Book Review
Discover Just Adapt It by Matt Barker—a powerful resource for teachers, parents,…
#AdaptedPE Monthly Newsletter- OCTOBER 2025
Welcome to the #AdaptedPE Newsletter! Your monthly source for innovative teaching strategies,…
Easy Adapted PE: How to Build Rapport with Paraprofessionals & Support Staff | Adapted PE Team Tips
How to Build Rapport with Paraprofessionals & Support Staff | Adapted PE…
Easy Adapted PE: How I Adapt Activities for All Abilities | Adapted PE Tips That Work Anywhere
How I Adapt Activities for All Abilities | Adapted PE Tips That…
Easy Adapted PE: Easy Icebreaker Games for any Space
3 Easy Icebreaker Games for Any Space | Adapted PE Activities That…
11 Sensory Gymnastics Activities for Adapted Physical Education
Support Proprioceptive, Vestibular & Tactile Processing Through Engaging Movement Sensory-rich movement experiences…
Easy Adapted PE: 🕒 Quick & Easy Routines to Start (and End) Your Adapted PE Class
🕒 Quick & Easy Routines to Start (and End) Your Adapted PE…
Just Adapt It! The Book! – Print and eBook Now Available
Back in March 2025, life threw me a curveball—I burst my appendix…
#AdaptedPE Monthly Newsletter- SEPTEMBER 2025
Welcome to the #AdaptedPE Newsletter! Your monthly source for innovative teaching strategies,…
Easy Adapted PE: 📋 How to Use Visual Schedules in Adapted PE—Anywhere You Teach
📋 How to Use Visual Schedules in Adapted PE—Anywhere You Teach You…
Easy Adapted PE: 📘 Kick Off Your Adapted PE Year with Confidence | August Setup Tips
📘 Kick Off Your Adapted PE Year with Confidence | August Setup…
#AdaptedPE Monthly Newsletter- AUGUST 2025
Welcome to the #AdaptedPE Newsletter! Your monthly source for innovative teaching strategies,…
#AdaptedPE Monthly Newsletter- JUNE 2025
Welcome to the #AdaptedPE Newsletter! Your monthly source for innovative teaching strategies,…
Understanding the Inclusion Spectrum in Adapted Physical Education
Creating inclusive environments in sport and physical education is not a one-size-fits-all…
Inclusive Pickleball: Recorded Virtual Session
In this session, I explored how pickleball can be adapted to create…
#AdaptedPE Monthly Newsletter- MAY 2025
Welcome to the #AdaptedPE Newsletter! Your monthly source for innovative teaching strategies,…
Custom Pickleball Launcher and Switches for Accessibility for All Players
In adapted physical education, making equipment accessible and supportive for students with…
The Future Is Adapted: Why We Must Champion Inclusive Physical Activity Now
In a thought-provoking editorial published in Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly (April 2025),…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 33 (Week of 04/21/2025)
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Digital Tools and Comprehensive Resources for Educators: Recorded Virtual Session
Presented by Matt BarkerRecorded at the FCPS Virtual Adapted PE Conference, hosted…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 32 (Week of 04/07/2025)
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#AdaptedPE Newsletter 31 (Week of 03/31/2025)
Welcome to the #AdaptedPE Newsletter! Your weekly source for innovative teaching strategies,…
SHAPE Baltimore Adapted PE Guide
We’re excited to shine a spotlight on Adapted Physical Education at SHAPE…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 30 (Week of 03/24/2025)
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#AdaptedPE Newsletter 29 (Week of 03/17/2025)
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#AdaptedPE Newsletter 28 (Week of 03/10/2025)
Welcome to the #AdaptedPE Newsletter! Your weekly source for innovative teaching strategies,…
Sensory Circuit #3: Ninja Warrior Training for Strength & Balance
Welcome to the third episode of the Sensory Circuit Series! This ninja-inspired…
Building Confidence, One Poker Chip at a Time
When I first arrived in America, I had no idea that my…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 27 (Week of 03/03/2025)
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#AdaptedPE Newsletter 26 (Week of 02/24/2025)
Welcome to the #AdaptedPE Newsletter! Your weekly source for innovative teaching strategies,…
10 Super Simple Equipment Modifications to Support Your Students in PE: SHAPE America Blog Post
A few years ago, I had a student in a gait trainer…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 25 (Week of 02/17/2025)
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Adapting PE Activities for Students with Diverse Abilities: Professional Development
🏅 Ideas to Promote Participation from an APE Specialist Click Here to…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 24 (Week of 02/10/2025)
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#AdaptedPE Newsletter 23 (Week of 02/03/2025)
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Does Adapted PE Have an Image Problem?
If you're an Adapted Physical Education (APE) teacher, you've probably spent at…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 22 (Week of 01/27/2025)
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4th Annual Fairfax County APE Virtual Conference: February 24th 2025
I’m thrilled to invite you to join us for the 4th Annual…
The STEP Process for Adapted Activities and Introducing the Just Adapt Bot.
At the heart of inclusive physical education lies the belief that every…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 21 (Week of 01/20/2025)
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Sensory Circuit #2: Rolling, Flipping, & Balancing Gymnastics Fun
Welcome to the second episode of the Sensory Circuit series! This gymnastics-inspired…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 20 (Week of 01/13/2025)
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#AdaptedPE Newsletter 19 (Week of 01/06/2025)
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Sensory Circuit #1: At-Home Activities For Body Awareness
Welcome to the first episode of the Sensory Circuit series! This circuit…
Adapting Jump Rope Activities for Inclusive Physical Education
Jump rope activities are a staple in physical education, offering both fun…
What’s New In Adapted Physical Education PODCAST: Just Adapt It. Innovating APE with Matt Barker
I had an amazing time joining Dr. Barry Lavay, Kendyl, and Greg…
SHAPE America Celebrates the 2025 Adapted Physical Education District Teachers of the Year
I am truly honored and thrilled to be named one of the…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 18 (Week of 12/16/2024)
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Support Adapted Physical Education with Just Adapt It Membership!
Are you passionate about adapted physical education and eager to make a…
Inclusive Pickleball: Simple Ways to Make Pickleball Accessible
Pickleball is a fast-growing sport celebrated for its accessibility and fun. However,…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 17 (Week of 12/9/2024)
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#AdaptedPE Newsletter 16 (Week of 12/2/2024)
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Inclusive Gainz: Adapted Strength Training Resource by Drew Gatto
Drew Gatto, a passionate Adapted Physical Education (APE) teacher with Fairfax County…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 15 (Week of 11/18/2024)
Welcome to the Adapted PE Newsletter! This weekly resource is designed to…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 14 (Week of 11/11/2024)
Welcome to the Adapted PE Newsletter! This weekly resource is designed to…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 13 (Week of 11/4/2024)
Welcome to the Adapted PE Newsletter! This weekly resource is designed to…
PVC Frames for Leaf Blowers in Adapted PE
PVC frames offer a versatile solution for integrating leaf blowers in adapted…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 12 (Week of 10/28/2024)
Welcome to the Adapted PE Newsletter! This weekly resource is designed to…
“What’s New in Adapted PE” Podcast Returns with a Fresh Focus
After a brief hiatus, the "What's New in Adapted PE" podcast, hosted…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 11 (Week of 10/21/2024)
Welcome to the Adapted PE Newsletter! This weekly resource is designed to…
Spotlight on Adapted PE: PBS Kids What Can You Become?
I’m excited to share that my colleague, Dave, an outstanding PE teacher…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 10 (Week of 10/14/2024)
Welcome to the Adapted PE Newsletter! This weekly resource is designed to…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 9 (Week of 10/7/2024)
Welcome to the Adapted PE Newsletter! This weekly resource is designed to…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 8 (Week of 9/30/2024)
Welcome to the Adapted PE Newsletter! This weekly resource is designed to…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 7 (Week of 9/23/2024)
Welcome to the Adapted PE Newsletter! This weekly resource is designed to…
Lesson Activity: “Sharks in the Water” Inspired by Danny Go
This energetic lesson combines physical movement with visual and audio engagement from…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 6 (Week of 9/16/2024)
Welcome to our Adapted PE Newsletter! Our goal is to share innovative…
Road to the Paralympics: Precision and Agility in Para Table Tennis
Introduction to Para Table Tennis Para table tennis is an exciting and…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 5 (Week of 9/9/2024)
Welcome to our Adapted PE Newsletter! Our goal is to share innovative…
Revolutionizing Play: The Impact of the NEX Playground System in A.P.E.
In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, incorporating technology into physical education can…
#AdaptedPE Newsletter 4 (Week of 9/2/2024)
Welcome to our Adapted PE Newsletter! Our goal is to share innovative…
Road to the Paralympics: Strength and Strategy in Para Judo
Introduction to Para Judo Para judo is a dynamic and highly disciplined…
Road to the Paralympics: Strength and Speed in Para Canoe
Introduction to Para Canoe Para canoe is an exhilarating sport that combines…
Road to the Paralympics: Precision and Strategy in Boccia
Introduction to Boccia Boccia is a unique and highly strategic sport designed…
Road to the Paralympics: Masters of Wheelchair Fencing
Introduction to Wheelchair Fencing Wheelchair fencing is an intense and strategic sport…
Road to the Paralympics: The Intensity of Wheelchair Basketball
Introduction to Wheelchair Basketball Wheelchair basketball is one of the most thrilling…
