Agendar new term staff meeting ideas

Here are some ideas for a new term staff meeting:

Icebreaker Activity

• "Two Truths and a Lie": Each staff member shares two true statements about themselves and one false statement. The others have to guess which one is the lie.
• "Human Bingo": Create bingo cards with different traits, characteristics, or interests (e.g. "has traveled to another country", "speaks more than one language", etc.). Staff members need to find someone who fits each of the characteristics and get them to sign the corresponding square.

Goal Setting and Reflection

• "What I'm Looking Forward to in the New Term": Ask each staff member to share what they're excited about in the new term, whether it's a new project, a new student, or a new initiative.
• "Lessons Learned from the Last Term": Ask staff members to reflect on what they learned from the previous term and how they can apply those lessons to the new term.

Team-Building and Collaboration

• "The Human Knot": Have staff members stand in a circle and put their hands in the center. Each staff member should grab the hand of someone across from them, not next to them. Then, they need to work together to untangle themselves without letting go of each other's hands.
• "Scavenger Hunt": Create a list of items or challenges that staff members need to complete in teams. This can be a fun way to build teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Professional Development and Support

• "What I Need to Succeed in the New Term": Ask each staff member to share what they need to feel supported and successful in their role. This can be a great way to identify areas where the team can provide support and resources.
• "Mentorship Pairing": Pair staff members with a mentor or buddy who can provide guidance and support throughout the new term.

Fun and Relaxation

• "Staff Member of the Month": Recognize and celebrate the achievements of a staff member who has gone above and beyond.
• "Wellness Break": Take a short break to do some stretching, meditation, or other relaxation techniques.

Other Ideas

• "New Term, New Me": Ask staff members to share what they're looking forward to changing or improving about themselves or their practice in the new term.
• "Staff Member Showcase": Have each staff member share something they're proud of or something they're working on outside of work.
• "New Term, New Initiatives": Introduce new initiatives or projects that the team will be working on in the new term and ask staff members to share their ideas and suggestions.

Remember to keep the meeting engaging, interactive, and relevant to your team's needs and interests. Good luck!