CULTURE
What are School Based Programs 6 value words for Culture? (Name at least 3 for 100 points, earn 200 points if you name all 6)
impactfulness
inclusivity
safety
fun
creativity
accountability
Who is responsible for running games/activities daily?
Everyone!
How should you communicate with campers and co-workers?
Calmly and professionally
What is an example of how a staff member can damage the impactfulness or inclusivity of our culture?
having the wrong motivation for taking this job
only focusing on certain kids
viewing this as a ‘not a real job’
Name one of the GAME words
Get Ready, Activate, Modify & Evaluate/Elevate
Give 3 ways to control your group and the environment.
Attention getters
Provide clear expectations
Sticking to the schedule
What is an example of how a staff can damage our culture by forgetting about accountability?
Not pulling their weight
not being honest / owning up to their mistakes
not respecting cleaning schedules
always trying to get out of their least favorite job responsibilites
Name 3 Ways you can show support to your co-counselors.
{ communicate, establish role in activities, being prepared, set up, bringing the right energy, ask where they need help\support}
What are some resources you have at your location?
Games manual
Knowledge from co-workers
Daily schedules
What are important take aways from the definition of culture we want our staff to remember? We are looking for 3 main words/phrases!
shared beliefs | a commitment we agree upon | Thrives with consistency | everyone is aware and informed of the values & practices
Name 4 reasons to Modify A game or activity.
safety, space, schedule, participants, lack of flow, improvements}
Name 3 ways you can redirect inappropriate conversations?
change the subject
Give them a different task
Give a small break or reset time
Share an idea of what a staff member should do if they are not great at growing & supporting our culture goals.
Reflect on the opportunity of impactfulness we are given.
Decide if they would like to look for other employment opportunities where culture isn't a top priority.
Ask for coaching and support from a staff that they see always embodying our 6 value words
Name 3 Games the require set up ahead of time.
{ Dodgeball, Capture the Flag, musical hoops, alien invasion, mission impossible }
Why is effective communication important?
Everyone is aligned and on the same page
helps build stronger relationships with other staff and participants
Participants are aware of what is expected