In the Schools

Assemblies and “P.E. take-over” days allow LWSRA to reach out to youth, teens and adults in the community to build a better understanding and acceptance of those with physical or developmental disabilities. 

LWSRA’s ability awareness program has been a pivotal tool in our fight to raise awareness for individuals with disabilities. Through education, training and hands-on experience, we hope to extend this knowledge to everyone.

The most popular option we have provided is P.E. Takeover days at our area schools where we bring out adapted equipment and allow students the opportunity to actively try playing adapted sports such as wheelchair basketball, sit volleyball and goalball. We also provide options for assemblies or smaller group activities. Our team can tailor an awareness event to fit your needs! If you are interested in having an event for your school, please review the information below.

Assembly

Lecture and demonstrations in front of the student body.
$ 350 per assembly
  • Targets Students & Faculty
  • Limited Student Interaction
  • Teacher Supervision Required
  • 1-2 Hour Event (during day)*
I'm interested!
*A select group of students will have opportunity to play adapted sports in front of the crowd.

P.E. Takeover

Hands-on learning of various adaptive sports in station format during P.E. classes.
$ 400 per day
  • Targets Students
  • High Student Interaction
  • Teacher Involvement Required
  • Daytime Event (gym classes)*
Let's book it!
*Schools may need 1-2 days dependent on student to staff ratio and class length.

Fundraiser Game

Interactive wheelchair basketball game between LWSRA and students/faculty.
varies per game
  • Targets Students & Community
  • Moderate Student Interaction
  • Faculty Participation Advised
  • 2-3 Hour Event (after school)*
Sign me up!
*Game admission $5 per person or school may determine alternative fundraising efforts.

2 for 1 Combo

Hands-on P.E. Takeover followed by an interactive evening fundraiser game.
varies per day
  • Targets Students & Community
  • High Community Interaction
  • Faculty Participation Required
  • School Day & Evening Event*
Let's do this!
*P.E. Takeover fee may be waived dependent on funds raised from the game.
Most Popular

Fieldtrips to the LWSRC: LWSRA staff members facilitate interactive activities for special services students from area school districts during scheduled visits to the Lincolnway Special Recreation Center.

LWSRA staff also coordinate with local agencies to help educate others on how to provide more successful environments for individuals with disabilities such as speaking at local fire department babysitting training courses on techniques and strategies to caring for children with special needs.