Let The Games Begin!
by Sandra Jopling, JH Counselor
September 09, 2009
The long, hot days of summer may have followed us into
September, but the days of lounging around are no more. Our Jr.
High students are already hard at work and doing well, making the
transition rather smoothly.
In preparing for the new school year, we decided to incorporate
some team building activities for our campus. These activities
began on Day One. Teachers spent time with their classes getting to
know each other and going over the student handbook ... somewhat
typical of the first day of school. However, days two and three
were full of hands-on activities and campus interaction.
In trying to build a campus “team”, all three grade levels
intermingled for activities such as the Three-Legged Relay and
People Bingo. Some of you may have heard about our Teacher
Three-Legged Relay. If not, ask your child. It was a hoot! The
students, and even some teachers, had a blast.
Why team building? We want to foster in our students an awareness
of team spirit and to reinforce commitment. We hope to help build
strong interpersonal relationships and to inspire our students to
branch out beyond their grade level and comfort zone. Some other
attributes include improving communication, trusting each other,
working together, and getting to know each other.
Through team building we hope to accomplish these tasks and improve
other skills in our students, as well as providing them a solid
foundation in their education. We are hoping to schedule other team
building activities/days throughout the year. If you have any
suggestions for activities, you can email them to me at
joplings@lytleisd.com.
