### Lesson Plan: Physical and Health Education for Senior Secondary 2
**Topic:** High Jump and Pole Vault
**Grade Level:** Senior Secondary 2
**Duration:** 90 minutes
#### **Goals and Objectives:**
- **Knowledge:** Students should understand the basic rules, techniques, and safety measures associated with high jump and pole vault.
- **Skills:** Students should be able to demonstrate the fundamental techniques of high jump and pole vault.
- **Attitude:** Students should appreciate the importance of sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal achievement in track and field events.
#### **Materials Needed:**
- High jump bar and mat
- Pole vault poles and pit
- Measuring tape
- Cones and markers
- Whistle
- First aid kit
#### **Lesson Structure:**
##### **I. Introduction (10 minutes):**
1. **Warm-up Activities (5 minutes):**
- Light jogging around the track or field.
- Dynamic stretches focusing on flexibility and muscle groups used in high jump and pole vault (e.g., leg swings, arm circles).
2. **Introduction to Topic (5 minutes):**
- Brief discussion on the objectives of the lesson.
- Overview of high jump and pole vault, including history and significance in track and field events.
##### **II. Theory and Demonstration (20 minutes):**
1. **High Jump (10 minutes):**
- Explain the basic rules and techniques:
- Approach: proper strides and take-off.
- Take-off: optimal angle and foot placement.
- Flight: maintaining form and clearing the bar.
- Landing: safe techniques to avoid injuries.
- Demonstration by the instructor or a proficient student athlete.
2. **Pole Vault (10 minutes):**
- Explain the basic rules and techniques:
- Approach: proper running speed and pole grip.
- Plant and Take-off: the correct moment and angle for planting the pole.
- Swing and Extension: body mechanics while elevating.
- Clearance and Landing: effective techniques to ensure safety.
- Demonstration by the instructor or a proficient student athlete.
##### **III. Practical Session (50 minutes):**
1. **High Jump Practice (25 minutes):**
- Divide students into small groups.
- Set up multiple high jump stations if feasible.
- Allow students to practice their approach, take-off, flight, and landing.
- Provide individualized feedback and corrections when needed.
- Ensure safety protocols are followed at all times.
2. **Pole Vault Practice (25 minutes):**
- Divide students into small groups.
- Set up multiple pole vault stations if feasible.
- Allow students to practice their approach, plant and take-off, swing and extension, and landing.
- Provide individualized feedback and corrections when needed.
- Ensure safety protocols are followed at all times.
##### **IV. Cool Down and Reflection (10 minutes):**
1. **Cool-down Activities (5 minutes):**
- Light jogging followed by static stretching focusing on muscles used in high jump and pole vault (e.g., hamstrings, quadriceps, shoulders).
2. **Reflection and Q&A (5 minutes):**
- Encourage students to reflect on the skills they practiced.
- Open the floor for questions and discussions about challenges and experiences.
- Summarize key points and provide encouragement for continued practice outside of class.
##### **V. Assessment and Homework:**
1. **Formative Assessment:**
- Observe student participation, effort, and technique during practical sessions.
- Provide verbal feedback and encouragement.
2. **Homework Assignment:**
- Students should write a one-page reflection on their experience with high jump and pole vault, focusing on areas for improvement and personal goals.
- Encourage students to watch videos of professional athletes performing high jump and pole vault to gain further insights.
##### **VI. Conclusion:**
- Praise students for their effort and participation.
- Emphasize the importance of practice, safety, and persistence in mastering track and field events.
- Announce the next topic or activity for the upcoming class.
### **Important Notes:**
- Ensure the equipment is set up safely and correctly before students use it.
- Have a first aid kit readily available and be aware of emergency procedures.
- Encourage a supportive and positive environment to boost student confidence and learning.
**End of Lesson Plan**