Implementation Failures and Adapted Physical Education
Abstract
The 2024 Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) IDEA Complaint Decision 24-092 highlights the risks that occur when districts fail to properly implement Individualized Education Programs and delegate direct instructional duties to paraprofessionals without supervision. This article analyzes the facts, the DPI's findings, case outcome, and practical implications for physical education professionals.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Legal Issues in Education
Inclusion and Disability in Education and Sport
Collaborative Teaching and Inclusion
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Physical Education Recreation & Dance
- Volume
- 97
- Issue
- 3
- Pages
- 78–80
- Publication date
- 2 March 2026
- Language
- EN