Is the introduction day on the agenda soon? Then an exciting and informative day awaits where new adventures begin. Students get to know each other, discover the school environment and become acquainted with their teachers and the educational program. It is a unique opportunity to build a strong foundation for a successful school year and to create a sense of community and togetherness.
Although an introduction day is different from a company outing, both events have in common that they can create a strong bond between participants.
But how do you organize such an introduction day? What should you think about in advance? And what are important aspects to take into account during the planning and implementation of this day? We would be happy to tell you more about it.
Organizing an introduction day: where to start?
Organizing an introduction day requires thorough preparation and planning. The first thing you should think about is determining the purpose of the introduction day. Do you want to introduce new students to each other, the school and the staff? Or would you like to immediately share important information about the school year? After the purpose is clear, it is important to put together a team responsible for the organization.
Together you can brainstorm about possible activities that fit the purpose of the introduction day.
What you can prepare in advance:
- Determine the goal: Determine what the main purpose of the introduction day is. Do you want to introduce new students to each other, the school and the staff? Or do you also want to share important information about the school year?
- Create a team:Form a team of employees who are responsible for organizing the introduction day. Divide tasks and responsibilities among team members.
- Brainstorm activities:Brainstorm together with the team about possible activities that fit the purpose of the introduction day.
Create a script: Create a detailed plan that clearly defines all activities and tasks, including who is responsible for what and when everything takes place.
