School Spirit & Community
Why is Homecoming important for the school community?
It brings people together and builds school pride.
What does it mean to respect personal space at a pep rally?
Keep hands to yourself and give people room.
What is one safety rule for being in a large crowd?
Stay with your group, listen to staff, and follow directions.
Why is it important to use clear communication at noisy events?
So the person can understand directions and feel safe.
A person asks what to wear for Jersey & Sports Day. How can you help?
Show examples, help pick a jersey, or wear school colors.
As a DSP, how could you encourage someone to participate in Spirit Week?
Offer choices, help plan outfits, or cheer them on.
Someone doesn’t want to wear a costume for Spirit Day. What should you do?
Respect their choice and let them celebrate in another way.
If a person gets separated at the pep rally, what should you do first?
Stay calm, get help, and follow emergency protocol.
How could you help someone with sensory needs at a loud pep rally?
Offer headphones, find a quiet space, or use calming strategies.
Someone wants to participate in the parade but feels nervous. What can you do?
Encourage them, practice beforehand, or let them watch first.
True or False: Everyone has the right to celebrate Homecoming in their own way.
True.
At the dance, a person asks to leave early. How do you respond?
Support their decision and help them leave safely.
Why is hydration important at outdoor events like a football game?
To prevent overheating and keep the body healthy.
True or False: You should always talk directly to the person, even in a crowd.
True.
During Adam Sandler Day, a person laughs at another student’s outfit. How should you respond?
Remind them to be kind and respect differences.
Give an example of how you can help someone show school spirit.
Help them wear school colors, make a sign, or cheer.
True or False: It’s okay to pressure someone to join in if they don’t feel comfortable.
False.
A person eats too many snacks at the game and feels sick. What do you do?
Help them sit down, get water, and notify staff.
A person doesn’t understand the schedule of events. What tool could you use?
Visuals, a calendar, or a social story.
A person you support wants to join the dance but doesn’t know how to start. What’s one way you could encourage them?
Dance with them, introduce them to others, or cheer them on.
Why is community involvement important for the people you support?
It helps build friendships, confidence, and belonging.
Why is it important to respect choices during Homecoming Week?
Everyone deserves dignity, comfort, and independence.
You see unsafe behavior during the parade. What steps should you take?
Move to safety, alert staff, and follow protocol.
Someone is overwhelmed by cheering. How could you calm and support them?
Use a calm voice, move them to a quiet space, and reassure them.
During Calhoun Spirit Day, a person feels left out. How do you include them in a respectful way?
Invite them to join activities, share school colors, or celebrate together.