Writing IEP Goals for PE
Measurable, legally sound, easy to track
A good PE goal is one you can measure every week.
Learn where PE sits in IDEA, how assessment feeds the present levels, and how to write annual goals, objectives and progress reports that the whole IEP team can use.
At a glance
What’s included
6
hours, self-paced
6
lessons with video and case study
5
printable tools and templates
80%
quiz to pass each lesson
The problem
PE goals are often the weakest part of the IEP.
Many IEPs list PE as a service but give it vague goals, or none. Without a clear goal, nobody can show progress and the student’s time in PE is hard to defend.
01
Vague goals
“Will improve gross motor skills” cannot be measured.
02
No baseline
Goals are written without a present level for PE.
03
PE left out
The PE teacher is not part of the IEP conversation.
04
No progress data
Reports say “progressing” with nothing to show.
What you will learn
6 lessons, from the law to a finished IEP section
Each lesson has a short video, a deep dive, a real school case study and a quiz.
PE in the IEP: what the law says
PE as part of special education under IDEA, and the options from general PE to specially designed PE.
Assessment that feeds the IEP
Motor tests, checklists and observation, and how to write the present levels for PE.
Writing measurable annual goals
Condition, behavior, criterion and time frame, with model goals for motor skills, fitness and behavior.
Objectives and task steps
Break each goal into short-term objectives and the steps you will teach.
Measuring and reporting progress
Simple data sheets, graphs and progress-report wording that parents understand.
Putting it together
Write a full PE section for a real case, and take your place in the IEP meeting.
What you take away
Tools you use the next day
“PE in IDEA” summary
The rules on one page.
Present-levels template for PE
From test results to a clear statement.
Goal-writing checklist
Plus 12 model goals to adapt.
Task-analysis to objectives worksheet
Turn a goal into teachable steps.
Data sheet and progress-report template
Show progress the IEP team can see.
Who it is for
For everyone who writes or supports PE goals
General and adapted PE teachers
who write or contribute PE goals.
Special education teachers and case managers
who coordinate the IEP.
BCBAs and RBTs
who support motor and behavior goals in school.
Administrators
who review IEP quality and compliance.
Want the full picture?
Part of the Adapted PE & Behavior Professional Development Certificate
This short course comes from Module 2, “Assessment, Eligibility and the IEP”, of the 68-hour certificate, which also covers all 14 US disability categories, behavior science in the gym, lesson design and adapted sport.
Questions
Good to know
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. You earn a BxM certificate of completion with 6 hours, to show your school, district or employer.
Does it count for continuing education?
The type of credit (for example BACB CEUs or teacher professional development hours) depends on the approvals BxM holds when the course opens. We will list it clearly before you enroll. Teacher PD hours are set by each state, so check your state’s rules.
Is it part of the full certificate?
Yes. It comes from Module 2 of the 68-hour Adapted Physical Education & Behavior Professional Development Certificate. If you continue to the full certificate later, you will not repeat these lessons.
Can my school or district buy seats for a team?
Yes. Seat packs of 5, 10, 25 or 50 are available for districts and schools, with lower prices per seat.
How do I enroll?
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