Leadership
Name 3 qualities of a good leader
Communication, Responsibility, Patience, Empathy, Confidence, Kindness
A shy camper hasn't spoken to anyone all morning.
A. Give them space because they may just need time.
B. Introduce yourself, invite them into an activity, and continue checking in throughout the day.
C. Pair them with the most outgoing camper.
B. Introduce yourself, invite them into an activity, and continue checking in throughout the day.
The unwritten social rules people are expected to know.
100 Points – Multiple Choice
A family asks if you can babysit tomorrow night, but you already have plans.
What is the most professional response?
A. Say yes and cancel later if you have to.
B. Politely decline because you already have a commitment.
C. Ignore the text until tomorrow.
D. Tell them you'll decide tomorrow.
B. Politely decline because you already have a commitment.
What is the name of the head camp director?
A: Hailey
B: Bart
C: Drew
D: Nathan
E. Select all that apply
C: Drew
True or False: A Leader must be outgoing and loud
FALSE
Two campers are fighting over a basketball, how do you respond?
A. Take the ball away for the rest of the day.
B. Help them decide on a fair solution, like taking turns.
C. Tell them to figure it out themselves.
D. Pick your favorite camper to use it.
B: Help them decide on a fair solution, like taking turns.
Name two examples of a Hidden Curriculum rule.
Waiting your turn
Personal space
Sharing
Listening
Reading body language
Cleaning up
You're scheduled to babysit at 6:00 PM.
Name three things you should do before the parents leave.
How many years has Lex rec day camp been a thing?
A. 45
B. 3
C. 67
D. 1
E. 22
D. 1
You notice another counselor struggling to lead a game. What do you do?
Offer to help them respectfully.
A camper keeps interrupting while the counselor is giving directions. What is the best response?
A. Yell, "Be quiet!"
B. Ignore the behavior.
C. Calmly remind the camper to listen and wait for their turn to talk.
D. Send them home.
C. Calmly remind the camper to listen and wait for their turn to talk.
Why might some campers need Hidden Curriculum rules explained?
They may not naturally pick up social expectations due to age or disabilities.
A child falls and hits their head on a rock at camp. They jump up and say they are okay. What would you do?
A. Don't report it—they are not showing any signs of serious injury.
B. Let their parent know what happened at pick-up.
C. Tell a counselor.
C. Tell a counselor.
Be safe rather than sorry!
Where does Gloria go to college?
A. Providence college
B. Fordham University
C. Harvard
D. Yale
A. Providence College
Why is it important to have different types of leaders?
Different strengths help the team solve problems, connect with different campers, and make camp more successful.
You notice a camper sitting alone during snack.
A. Sit with the camper and keep them company for the entire snack.
B. Encourage another camper to invite them over and check in afterward.
C. Ask the camper if they'd like to join another table and let them decide.
B. Encourage another camper to invite them over and check in afterward.
A camper keeps walking away while another camper is talking to them. The camper isn't trying to be rude—they just don't realize the other person is still speaking. Which hidden curriculum skill are they struggling with?
A. Following directions
B. Reading social cues and knowing when a conversation has ended.
C. Sharing with others
D. Being responsible
B. Reading social cues and knowing when a conversation has ended.
A camper comes to camp looking pale and sweaty. They keep telling you they feel fine. What do you do?
A. Just say "Your good keep playing."
B. Tell a head counselor and think about calling home.
C. Go bring the kid to splash some water on their face to cool down.
D. Ignore it
B. Tell a head counselor and think about calling home.
How many elementrary schools are in Lexington?
6
What's the best thing to do when joining a new group as an LIT?
Initiate an introduction to all the counselors first and then campers
Another LIT is leading an activity, but you notice they're forgetting to include one camper.
A. Step in immediately and invite the camper to join.
B. Quietly let the LIT know and help include the camper without taking over.
C. Wait until the activity is over and talk to the LIT afterward.
B. Quietly let the LIT know and help include the camper without taking over.
During lunch, a camper repeatedly sits in another camper's seat even after being asked not to. They seem confused about why everyone is getting frustrated.
Which hidden curriculum lesson would be MOST helpful to teach?
A. "Always listen to adults."
B. "Respect personal belongings and understand that some people value having their own space or routine."
C. "Sit quietly during lunch."
D. "Always make new friends."
B. "Respect personal belongings and understand that some people value having their own space or routine."
A severe thunderstorm begins while you're babysitting.
Put these actions in the correct order:
Name 5 campers in the group you worked with this week...
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