#AdaptedPE Newsletter 31 (Week of 03/31/2025)

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We’re excited to feature Justin Lund, Adapted Physical Education teacher at Poplar Bridge Elementary School, in our Teacher Spotlight for the second time! Justin is the 2022 MNSHAPE Adapted PE Teacher of the Year and the 2024 SHAPE America Central District Adapted PE Teacher of the Year. This month, he shared an awesome series of March Madness-inspired basketball activities designed specifically for Adapted PE. His creativity, energy, and commitment to inclusive physical education continue to shine and inspire across the APE community.

Get ready for March Madness! This week I’ll share my favorite #AdaptedPE #PhysEd 🏀 adaptations! The first one, you ask? Well that has to be adapted equipment! Give options for Ss of all abilities to be successful. It can be hard to teach good form even on 8’ hoops! pic.twitter.com/jC13uNBDqe

— Justin Lund (@MrJustinLund) March 10, 2025

#AdaptedPE 🏀 tip #2/5: Progressions! In everything you do, start easy and work your way up. A great way to do that is 🌈 shooting! Once the student makes it at the first spot, they get to move to the next one. It’s a great way to give visuals, mark progress, and make it fun! pic.twitter.com/8jKFRnQ3xF

— Justin Lund (@MrJustinLund) March 11, 2025

#AdaptedPE 🏀 tip #3/5: Use hula hoops! They make great targets for any passing or shooting. These ones hanging can be great for chest passes or beginner shooters. You can even set one down between partners for a bounce pass! pic.twitter.com/aRmdi1peg4

— Justin Lund (@MrJustinLund) March 12, 2025

#AdaptedPE 🏀 tip #4/5. Dribbling can be such a tough skill! Here’s a fantastic adaptation I got from the amazing @DigitTheAPE. Use a volleyball trainer & connect the bungee cords to anything you have. It can eliminate barriers to attempting dribbling and build confidence! pic.twitter.com/LnikHoIEQL

— Justin Lund (@MrJustinLund) March 13, 2025

#AdaptedPE 🏀 tip #5/5. Use visuals (for everything)! Dribbling in/out of cones is a hard concept to grasp. I added a green spot to start, arrows for the path, then 🔴 to finish. This 👧 then crushed it! This is a great lead-up skill to dribbling in space then small-sided games! pic.twitter.com/FFvm3qUmK7

— Justin Lund (@MrJustinLund) March 14, 2025

With so many amazing sessions happening at SHAPE Baltimore, it can be tough to keep track of it all—so we’ve made it easy! Below, you’ll find a curated guide to all the Adapted Physical Education sessions happening throughout the week.

Whether you’re looking for hands-on activity ideas, inclusive teaching strategies, or ways to better support your students with disabilities, this guide will help you find the sessions that matter most to you.

Use this as your go-to resource for planning, attending, and making the most of your SHAPE Baltimore experience!

We’re looking forward to our upcoming presentation, “Bridging Ability and Activity with Assistive Technology in Adapted PE,” happening this Thursday, April 3, 2025, from 8:00–9:00 AM in Room 314–315 at SHAPE America in Baltimore!

Join Jeff Watkins, Nicole McCoy, and (hopefully!) myself, Matt Barker, for an interactive session exploring how assistive technology is transforming the way we support students in Adapted PE.

I’m currently under the weather and remain hopeful that I’ll be well enough to attend—but no matter what, I know Jeff and Nicole will do an incredible job leading this important conversation.

Don’t miss it!

Basketball is one of our favorite units- love our pitching machine and all of our adaptations for hoops and basketballs. Attached is my continuum of how I teach/assess shooting- I’ll be presenting more of my skill diagrams at #SHAPEbaltimore next week! 🏀@SHAPEAmerica #adaptedPE pic.twitter.com/r6tXvzkqzx

— Katie Smith (@RockCreekFCPSPE) March 28, 2025

Noodles + Floor tape + dowel rod = modified golf club. Hope to use this item for future lessons including other skills. #PhysEd #AdaptedPE pic.twitter.com/xbV32nN7n1

— Daniel (@superdanpe) March 25, 2025

What does truly inclusive PE look like? @BHunterinBmore breaks it all down for us in the latest episode on Adapted PE. He shares expert insights on creating inclusive, meaningful movement experiences for ALL students. Don’t miss this one! #PhysEd #AdaptedPE pic.twitter.com/8m27Biqewu

— DistinguishedPE (@GaryZDPE) March 22, 2025

🚨SHAPE MD WEBINAR ANNOUNCEMENT🚨
Join us on April 24, 2025 from 7 pm – 8 pm to be a part of the discussion with Jess Willson on modifying units to include all learners. Register today using the link or QR code. https://t.co/KMpnAzvQSh @MAPEC_Members pic.twitter.com/lnM3vp7QbO

— SHAPE Maryland (@SHAPEMaryland) March 6, 2025

Join us as we embark on a journey to engage our students with autism in #AdaptedPE and #PhysEd with @DebMCAPE

Thanks to @MAPEC_Members for hosting this event 🤜🤛

To register, scan the QR code or click the link below! https://t.co/fHSfmgOT7H pic.twitter.com/AZu19Yw6sK

— VAPEC (@vapecboard) February 21, 2025

Are you preparing for your CAPE (Certified Adapted Physical Educator) certification? Join the APENS Study Group, hosted by NCPEID, to review key standards and get ready for the exam! Gamification will be used to make the review process fun and engaging, and different standards will be covered each month.

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Join the Study Group Here

This study group is hosted by CSU Long Beach Project CAPE, the University of Utah, and Wayne State Scholars. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your skills and connect with others in the field!

Hosted by the passionate and knowledgeable Chris Ahrens, the Talking Adapted PE Podcast dives into all things Adapted Physical Education. From innovative teaching strategies to inspiring stories and expert interviews, Chris brings valuable insights to help educators and families support students of all abilities. Tune in to stay informed, inspired, and connected with the APE community!

Hosted by the insightful Dr. Scott McNamara, this podcast keeps you up-to-date with the latest trends, research, and best practices in Adapted Physical Education. Whether you’re an educator, parent, or advocate, Dr. McNamara brings expert perspectives and practical tips to help you create inclusive, effective PE experiences for all students. Stay current and inspired—tune in today!

Hosted by Brendan Aylward, AdaptX Podcast amplifies the voices and ideas of individuals who are building accessible businesses, advocating for inclusion, or excelling in adaptive sports.

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