Resources for Parents
NCPEID offers a variety of resources to help parents support their children in physical education and physical activity. The following links and materials can help parents understand APE eligibility, advocate for services, and access high-quality information.
Helpful Links
Adapted Physical Education (APE) Support
APE Evaluation Request Letter (Template for Parents)
A customizable sample letter that helps parents formally request an adapted physical education evaluation. The template outlines the evaluation process and provides language for sharing concerns about their child’s PE needs.
Center for Parent Information & Resources (CPIR)
Funded by the U.S. Department of Education - OSEP, CIPR is the national hub for Parent Centers serving families of children with disabilities. Find your state's Parent Center to access free personal consultation and resources about special education services in your state.
IEP Checklist for Physical Education
Ensures that the IEP team fully addresses a student's physical education placement and services.
APE Webinar for Parents of Students with Disabilities
Provides parents of children with disabilities an overview of physical education within special education services, including an explanation of their rights and their child’s legal right to receive required physical education. Webinar hosted by the Wisconsin OSEP Parent Training Center.
Transition Resources
Transition to Kindergarten
A guide that explains the kindergarten transition process and provides tools to help parents become active and informed members of the IEP team.
Transition Planning (High School to Adulthood)
A resource outlining the transition from high school into adult life, including guidance on planning, services, and working with the IEP transition team.
Assistance and Advocacy for Parents/Families During Secondary Transition
Find your region's Center for advocacy and education resources for youth/young adults with disabilities and their families.
Parent Rights and Advocacy
Parents' Rights Card
A concise summary of key rights under Special Education regulations.
Center for Parent Information & Resources
A national hub that provides parent-friendly materials and supports Parent Centers serving families of children with disabilities.
Maine Parent Federation, Inc.
Offers information and support across a wide range of disability-related topics, including parenting challenges, special education, family support, and navigating services.
Wrightslaw
A highly respected website offering extensive resources on special education law, advocacy strategies, IEPs, evaluations, and parent rights.
Understood.org
Advocates for all persons with learning differences and provides parents and educators with podcasts, videos, articles, and other evidence-based tools.
Physical Activity & Disability Resources
National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD)
A public health resource center providing guidance on inclusive physical activity, sport, recreation, adaptive equipment, fitness, and aquatic programs for individuals with disabilities.