Cultural Surprise

Cultural Surprise

Description:

I sent letters to all of my residents' parents explaining that I wanted to do a cultural program on my floor. The letter asked each of the parents to send me a symbol, along with a brief description, of what this symbol means to their child's culture. I stated how important it was for them (the parents) to reply. (I also sent a letter to my parents, so they knew I was involved with them.) IT IS IMPORTANT TO TELL THE PARENTS THAT THIS IS A SURPRISE, SO NOT TO TELL THEIR CHILD! Once these items were received, I advertised a "mandatory floor meeting" and surprised each resident with what their parents had sent.

Instructions/Things Needed:

envelopes; stamps; well thought out, well written letter; addresses of each resident's parents

Other Considerations:

Be sure to set a time limit to the parents as to when you need to receive the cultural item. This is very important because you don't wan to be waiting all semester long to get the item. Also, one thing to keep in mind is the possibility of some parents not sending anything. Most of the parents would be extatic to know that you want to do something so involved for their child. However, you must consider those who may be left out. Have a back up plan!
Again, REMEMBER TO KEEP THIS A SECRET! (It's hard. The first letter I got, I wanted to talk to that resident about it. You must resist!)
Have fun!!!

Name: Jennie Williams
School: Lewis-Clark State College
email: jenbitty@lewiston.com

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