Fostering Inclusion and Sense of Belonging through Unified PE and Library

Item

Title
Fostering Inclusion and Sense of Belonging through Unified PE and Library
Creator
Agnes Seden
Degree Name
Master of Science in Education: Interdisciplinary Professional Studies
Project Type
Professional Project
Date
6/15/2025
Abstract
This project focused on developing and implementing the Unified PE and Library programs at Hammond Elementary School in the Salem-Keizer Public School District. The goal was to promote equity, inclusion, and meaningful peer interactions between students with disabilities (DK- 2) and general education peers (grades 3- 5). According to the staff and student surveys, observations, and anecdotal feedback, students with disabilities demonstrated increased engagement, interest, and positive behavior while the general education partners developed confidence, patience, and empathy. Staff reported positive outcomes in student interaction, inclusive culture, and recommended continuing and expanding the unified programs at Hammond. The key accomplishments include fostering a sense of belonging, enhancing awareness of disabilities, and building a stronger school community.
Keywords
Unified PE
Unified Library
inclusive learning environment
Committee Member
Alicia Wenzel
Steven Nelson
Corina Valencia- Cushman
Rights
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Language
eng
Type
Text
Identifier
AgnesSeden_PP_2025
Item sets
Graduate Work
Media
AgnesSeden_PP_2025.pdf