This study aims to develop a practical guideline for adapting track and field events in school physical education programs for students with physical disabilities. The guideline is grounded in international standards set by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and World Athletics, along with recommendations from the World Health Organization (WHO) on physical activity for persons with disabilities and UNESCO principles on inclusive education. The need for such a resource emerges from the noticeable scarcity of applied frameworks that demonstrate how athletic events can be adapted for students with physical impairments in school settings—an issue that limits their opportunities for participation, engagement, and motor development when compared to their peers.

This study employed the descriptive method by reviewing the relevant literature, previous studies, international regulations, and recognized para-sport adaptation manuals to extract applicable principles for school environments. The proposed guideline outlines procedures for adapting races and field events, modifying equipment and assistive devices, adjusting officiating rules, and restructuring movement pathways to suit students’ functional abilities.

The findings support the feasibility and value of implementing adapted athletics programs in schools, as they contribute to enhancing physical competence, increasing participation levels, promoting motivation toward physical activity, and strengthening social inclusion and self-confidence among students with physical disabilities. Accordingly, this study recommends adopting the proposed guideline within physical education curricula and providing professional development for PE teachers to ensure effective implementation that aligns with students’ physical and developmental characteristics.