The Maryland Adapted Physical Education Consortium is a division of SHAPE Maryland promoting best practices in Physical Education for all students.
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☀️Summer is in for some, and almost in for others! Let’s take an active step to take care of ourselves.
Whether it’s getting outside, staying active, enjoying a favorite hobby, or simply taking time to rest, summer is the perfect opportunity to recharge and refuel.
Check out these simple self-care tips to help you make the most of your well-deserved break. 💙
#SHAPEPA #TeacherSelfCare #PETeacher #healthteacher
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Jun 12
This includes all subjects, yes, #physed too
Jun 12
✨ Creating inclusive environments isn’t quick or easy. It’s a moral imperative grounded in equity and human rights, and we must treat it with urgency. #LeadInclusion #UDL #InclusiveEd #EdLeaders #TeacherTwitter
ALT Warning sign with exclamation mark on left. Text reads, "Inclusion is a matter of equity, rights, and urgency for every learner." Logo says "lead inclusion."
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Jun 11
Did you know that we have a "Resources" page on our website!
Right now you can download and print these trackers and stars.
Find them at: sites.google.com/site/maryla…
If you have a resource you'd like to share with the #AdaptedPE community send it our way (mapecboard@gmail.com)\
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Jun 11
What a memory Brad!
Parents, Guardians, and Caregivers do see the work #AdaptedPE teachers do an appreciate their efforts more than most will ever know.
Jun 11
An #AdaptedPE student gave me this key chain as a gift today.
The picture is 2 years old meaning a family member:
*Saved it
*Thought of doing something special with it
*Designed it
*Ordered it
*Paid for it and
*Sent it to school
“thoughtful” isn’t a strong enough word.
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Jun 8
Membership Spotlight!!
Kayla Shields is the Senior Director of Inclusive Health & Fitness at SOMD!
"I get to support the growth and implementation of Unified PE, Young Athletes, Motor Activities Training Program (MATP), Unified Fitness & Healthy Athletes. I love it!"
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Jun 11
What is your fav PE/APE/UPE activity? – Disability Sports! Teaching/ implementing by adapting rules, equipment, and the environment to accommodate students with disabilities. This fosters inclusion & promotes social interaction/ skill development for all students.#Disabilitysport
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Jun 10
We've uploaded a new Professional Learning session to our website featuring '26 @SHAPEAmerica Midwest #AdaptedPE TOY Korey Kleinhans.
If you want a step-by-step guide from an expert on how to start and Adapted Sports League this is THE place to start.
sites.google.com/site/maryla…
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MAPEC retweeted
Learn to build and teach a successful adapted PE program! ➡️ monkeylink.co/27573b #adpetedPE #physicaleducation
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Jun 9
Time is running out to ensure your voice is heard for this study from @SCSU about #Physed teachers involvement in the IEP process.
Scan the QR Code or Use this Link:
scsu.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/…
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Jun 9
Yes! Helping students to see their work, and especially their growth, is a highly effective way to engage students in the work and reflection around the work.
Jun 9
#AdaptedPE 👨🎓 spiraling back to overhand throwing.
Video #1 - Explore time, key elements have definitely been forgotten.
Video #2 - after direct instruction & application 👨🎓 has clearly found a higher quality form.
Short clips like this are so valuable to show Ss their growth!
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Jun 9
You may be able to support multiple students, or even small groups, with the same elements but you also need to have planned for other levels of support.
Jun 9
🎨 Variation is the norm, not the exception. When we plan for student variability, our classrooms become masterpieces of engagement and growth. #LeadInclusion #UDL #InclusiveEd #EdLeaders #TeacherTwitter
ALT Text reads, "Student variability is the norm, and designing for it leads to stronger engagement and growth," over a blue and white patterned tile background. "Lead inclusion" logo in the bottom left corner.
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Jun 8
As the year is winding down for most consider taking care of one item that's been on your "to do" list for too long:
Become a MAPEC Member, it's free!
Once you join you will receive all our updates straight to your inbox!
Use the QR code or this link docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
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Jun 8
In #Physed this means offering one size ball and one size target for all learners doesn't recognize student variability.
Offering 4-6 ball and target options takes minimal time/effort and allows many more students to find an entry point for learning instead of just frustration.
Jun 8
⚖️ To meet the needs of ALL students, we must meet the needs of EACH student. Equity in education begins with recognizing variability and designing for it. #LeadInclusion #UDL #InclusiveEd #EdLeaders #TeacherTwitter
ALT A classroom with desks, chairs, and colorful backpacks. Large text reads "Equity begins with recognizing and designing for student variability."
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MAPEC retweeted
#PHE teachers, coaches& ADs: PHE BC conference is expanding & it's 4 u
Got an idea or approach that helps u? Submit a session for Reimagining PHE & School Sport Experiences.
No need 2b an expert. Just share what’s working in ur context.
Submit by June 26: forms.gle/NBvMJAw43aaXjK6Z9
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Jun 8
Agreed! #AdaptedPE isn't about just putting a ball through a hoop it's about providing access to the wider world!
Beautiful story here Brad.
Jun 8
An #AdaptedPE student I worked with for 7 years just graduated.
She set a goal of walking across the stage to accept her diploma.
We spent hours & hours working on skills to support her goal.
In front guests & all her peers she did it to raucous applause.
This work matters!
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Jun 1
This week’s Membership Spotlight highlights Colin Saylor!! Colin is a PE teacher at Old Mill MS North in @AACPSHPED . He has been teaching for 6 years & loves building connections with his students, having them their fears, and having students try new activities.
#physed #ape
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Jun 3
Lets get to know Colin Saylor!!
What is the most essential piece of equipment that you can't live without?- “Speaker or Pool Noodles”
What is your PE, APE, or UPE Superpower? – “Adapting activities to the class and introducing new activities”
@AACPSHPED #physed #ape
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May 26
Membership Spotlight!!
Katie Prichard is an Instructional Facilitator in APE for @HCPSS. She has been teaching for 13 years and loves the opportunity to have a broad impact - helping shape APE and PE so it’s more accessible and meaningful for all students.
#Adaptedpe
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May 29
Lets get to know Katie!!
What is your PE, APE, or UPE Superpower? – “Seeing possibilities where others see limits - empowering teachers to see that with the right tools, strategies, and support, every student can learn and move in PE.”
#adaptedpe #empoweringeducators #moveinpe
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May 28
Lets get to know Katie!
What is the most essential piece of equipment that you cannot live without? – “This changes depending on where I am spending time with students and what their needs are! Right now it's a deck ring!”
#adaptedpe
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May 27
Our friends at @SCSU are seeking participants for this research study.
If you are a PE teacher and have thoughts or opinions on your involvement in the IEP process be sure to use the QR code or use the link below to share your perspective.
scsu.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/…
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