Learn how to create a successful Unified Physical Education program that brings students with and without intellectual disabilities together through meaningful participation. This session will provide practical steps for planning, gaining administrative support, scheduling, and implementing a Unified PE class. Attendees will leave with ready-to-use resources and strategies to foster inclusion, leadership, and belonging in their schools.
Discover how inclusive fitness and wellness practices can improve the physical, social, and emotional well-being of all students. Participants will explore Special Olympics Health and Fitness resources, adaptive activities, and evidence-based strategies that promote lifelong healthy habits while ensuring every student has meaningful opportunities to participate and succeed.
Gain confidence in understanding and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in the physical education setting. This session will break down key components of an IEP, discuss accommodations and modifications, and provide practical strategies for collaborating with special education teams to create meaningful and inclusive learning experiences for every student.
Strong collaboration between physical educators and paraprofessionals creates better outcomes for students with diverse learning needs. This session will explore effective communication, clearly defined roles, and collaborative strategies that maximize student independence, engagement, and success during physical education. Participants will leave with practical tools to strengthen their instructional team.
Effective classroom management creates an environment where every student can learn, participate, and thrive. Explore practical routines, proactive behavior strategies, and inclusive instructional techniques designed to support students with a wide range of abilities. Participants will gain tools to build positive relationships, increase engagement, and create a culture of belonging in physical education.
Discover how Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools and Unified Sports can transform school culture by promoting inclusion, leadership, and meaningful participation for all students. Learn how to start or strengthen a Unified program, engage students as leaders, and access free Special Olympics resources that support inclusive opportunities beyond the physical education classroom.
