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Description:
I designed this program around the TLC show
‘Trading Spaces.’ I saw that almost
everyone in my hall like that show, so I decided
we should decorate the worst room in the dorm
– the bathroom!
Instructions
- Residents
signed up in teams (we have 10 stalls –
including shower and toilet – so there
were 10 teams). Once the teams were set up,
they were told whether they would have a toilet
or shower stall (if they had a shower stall,
they had to keep the items waterproof).
- They
had a week to come up with their ideas and
to shop for items to use. I gave each team
$5, but they were told they could spend more
if they chose to.
- On
the day of the program, they had one hour
to decorate their stall (encourage preparation
because of limited time)
- At
the end of the competition, judges came in
to pick the winning stalls. While the judges
were deciding, I met with my floor to discuss
‘environmental hallway standards’
we wanted to have in place for the year (example:
cleanliness issues with the sinks, paper towel
usage, exc.). We also set up a box to have
a yearlong can drive in our bathroom (a great
way to make the program environmental and
to have money for floor activities).
- The
winning stalls were awarded prizes and everyone
received awards for something great about
their stall (I put the awards on paper plates
to tie in our environmental theme).
Other Considerations:
- Do
at the beginning of the year so that environmental/cleanliness
standards are set, residents can bond, and
the bathroom can look great for the rest of
the year.
- Video
tape the program! It’s fun to show them
later on in the year.
- Consult
with your custodial staff and supervisor to
determine whether this is possible, and if
so, to come up with any and all rules.
- Give
detailed instructions - remember to keep safety
and firecode regulations in mind.
Supplemental
Materials:
Kellie
D
Nazareth College
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