APE

APE is a physical education class that has been modified appropriately for students with disabilities. It helps develop a child’s motor skills, flexibility, balance, endurance, strength and confidence.

The benefits of APE for students with disabilities include:
- Increased independence

-  Participation in age appropriate activities

- Strengthening of the core

- Development of listening skills and teamwork

- Learning strategic planning and implementation

- Improved health from physical activity

- Increased coordination and cognitive functioning

We spoke with Mr. Donald C., an APE teacher