Unified Physical Education

Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, Governing Physical Education, Section 135.4 (Attendance) state:
“All students shall attend and participate in the Physical Education Program as approved in the School Plan for Physical Education and as indicated by physician’s examinations and other tests approved by the Commissioner of Education. Individual medical certificates of limitations must indicate the area of the program in which the pupil may participate.”

Whereas a student cannot safely or successfully engage and fully participate in the activities of the regular program, an Adapted (Unified) Physical Education Program will be created and provided for the student.

Unified Physical Education is a comprehensive service delivery system designed to accommodate and develop individual educational approaches to ensure success among all students. This program is structured around small group settings so that individual needs can be addressed or identified and activities then modified to encourage higher rates of success. This program encourages high school students to volunteer and then assist students during classroom activities and instruction. The classroom teacher provides instruction, while student assistants guide, support and encourage individuals, with special needs, during activities and skill development.

INDIVIDUAL, LIFETIME LEISURE ACTIVITIES:

  • Archery

  • Badminton

  • Bocci

  • Bowling

  • Croquet

  • Curling

  • Golf

  • Juggling

  • Ping Pong

  • Tennis

TEAM SPORT ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

  • Basketball

  • Kickball

  • Soccer

  • T-Ball

  • Volleyball

Most team sports need to be modified to fit the size of the class. The ultimate goal is to acquire some knowledge and to develop some skills through the use of lead up games or modified activity. The skills learned will eventually allow students to perform in a regular game.

FITNESS ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

  • Aerobic

  • Cycling

  • Dance

  • Flexibility

  • Jogging

  • Health/Nutrition

  • Weight Training

  • Yoga

More Information

Physical Education
Grades 6-12 Coordinator

William Earl
wearl@mw.k12.ny.us