- Half the class will set up the gym while the other
half warms up, the half of the class that didn’t set up the gym takes the
nets down (will rotate tasks weekly)
- Ratio of one racquet and three birdies to each student
- Proper gym strip
- No foul play
- No gum or food
- No negative comments
- Respect must be shown for equipment, facilities,
other students, and the teacher
- Students must be punctual
- Students will be required to get a different partner
each class and will frequently switch partners between different drills.
This will allow them to encounter a variety of different skill levels and
develop strong social skills
- Students will sit in a semi-circle such that all
students will have a clear view of the teacher or demonstration
- The teacher will be close enough that all of the
students can see and hear clearly
- There will be no distractions behind the teacher
- Despite the fact the student with Down syndrome will
be working with their aid on a daily basis, maximum inclusion into the
classroom will be emphasized, such as partnering activities
- The student with a hearing impairment will be placed
on a court where they can see all potential hazards, such as a court where
a collision cannot come from behind them
- For both special needs students, the teacher will
discreetly monitor their comprehension ability after each set of
instructions has been given
-The gym should be free of any
obstacles and safety hazards
-Teacher should ensure that all
equipment is in safe working order
-The floor should be clean and dry
-Proper individual spacing
(students respect individual space in order to avoid collisions)
-Proper gym strip (extra strip will
be available for students without strip)
-Jewelry should be removed
-Teacher should be aware of the
emergency action plan