Sports
What sport do participants learn at the beginning of the week?
Badminton 🏸
Which day's activity involves melting crayons?
Day 2
What's the theme of Shine this year?
Science & Hands on learning
What is one of the the three overall objectives of Spirit Content?
Self-esteem, Growth Mindset, and Mental & Physical Health/Well-being
What are participants building throughout the week that represents their values, strengths, and choices?
Their Inner/Personal Compass
On what day does Sports switch from badminton to soccer?
Day 4
What is the first main art project participants complete?
My Color Palette (Participants will start by making their own color palettes with colors that represent who they are then rotate palettes or canvases depending on the group)
What is the most important role counselors play during Shine (+ any content area)?
Creating a supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable participating
What is ONE hook for day 1?
Adventure journals - Participants will receive a journal to record their ideas throughout the week, and will spend time decorating it to make it their own.
Invisible ink - Participants will attempt to uncover a secret message on a black sheet of paper without any instructions/guidance.
In the Junior Day 2 hook, what everyday object becomes stronger when many are bundled together?
A spaghetti noodle
What is the name of the senior soccer activity inspired by an international tournament?
World Cup Scrimmage
Which activity teaches participants about abstract art?
Day 5 - Participants use masking tape to create designs on canvas, then paint and decorate freely in each section before removing the tape to reveal their final artwork
What are the ingredients needed to make dragon foam?
Hydrogen peroxide, dish soap, yeast, and warm water.
Spirit Content is primarily used in what two situations?
Sites without a pool + as a backup when weather prevents Splash/Swim activities.
What is the biggest message counselors should reinforce during Day 5: EmpathEYES?
Don't jump to conclusions—there may be more than one explanation for someone's behavior.
What two sports are combined on Day 6?
Soccer and badminton
What item represents a planet on day 5?
White beach balls
What is the goal of Shine?
Participants explore & develop a different skill that will help them succeed in school and contribute to their personal growth.
On Day 1, what mindfulness activity helps participants calm their minds and bodies?
Yoga
Why shouldn't counselors immediately solve participants' problems?
Participants should discover solutions themselves.
Name one thing counselors are encouraged to recognize throughout Sports Day 6?
Positive sportsmanship, encouragement, or teamwork
Group Counselors will be making their own dream catchers - True or False?
False - Group Counselors will be helping participants, not making their own!
What is the oobleck activity's connection to climate change?
Think of Earth’s giant ice sheets like a big batch of Oobleck. When you squeeze Oobleck, it feels firm and solid, but when you let go, it becomes runny and gooey.
Earth’s ice is similar: when the planet stays very cold, the ice stays frozen and in place. But as Earth gets warmer, the ice begins to melt and flow into the ocean.
Which day features Gaga Ball?
Day 5
What is the difference between hearing and active listening that participants learn on Day 3?
Hearing is simply receiving sound, while active listening means intentionally focusing to truly understand the speaker.