Kick-Off Assembly:

6 Essential Tips for Planning Your School Fundraising Kick-Off

Involve Your School Community in the Fundraiser Kick-Off Assembly!

Make sure everyone knows the date, time, and their roles—most importantly, have fun!

Parent Volunteers: Check out our Volunteer Tasks & Tips for kick-off opportunities.

Principal & Teachers: Students love seeing the Principal and teachers get involved!

• Encourage them to create a fun video promoting the fundraiser (in costume!) to share on the school’s Facebook page.
• Consider having the Principal commit to a fun challenge, like dyeing their hair or getting duct-taped to a wall, if the fundraising goal is met.

Engaging everyone at the kick-off sets an exciting tone for a successful fundraiser!

Maximize Fundraiser Visibility with Strategic School Decorations

• Display Kit Setup: Place your Display Kit in high-traffic areas such as hallways, classrooms, and the school office to ensure maximum exposure and keep your fundraiser top of mind for students, parents, and teachers.
• Eye-Catching Posters: Hang bold, attention-grabbing promotional posters throughout the school, including carpool lines and hallways, to create visibility and drive awareness about the fundraiser.
• Outdoor Decorations: Don’t forget to decorate the exterior of the school as well. Adding vibrant displays outside, especially near high-traffic areas like the carpool line, can spark curiosity and excitement about the fundraiser.
• Kick-Off Assembly: Utilize your kick-off assembly to unveil and highlight the decorations. Announce the fundraiser’s goals and prizes while showcasing the vibrant decorations around the school. This creates an energetic atmosphere that will keep everyone excited about getting involved.
• Engage Your Community: The more visible your fundraiser is, the more likely it is to engage the entire school community. When students, teachers, and parents see your fundraiser displayed and promoted, they’ll be reminded to get involved.

These fun, strategic decorations, combined with an engaging kick-off assembly, will help build enthusiasm and ensure your fundraiser’s success!

To ensure a smooth and engaging kick-off assembly, it’s crucial to plan ahead and gather all necessary materials. Here’s a checklist to get you started:

1. Kick-Off Video Access: Ensure you have the Kick-Off video ready to play, as it’s a key part of building excitement.
2. Technical Equipment: Double-check that you have all the required equipment, including a laptop, projector or screen, microphones, speakers, Wi-Fi access, and the necessary cords.
3. Fundraising Packets & Prizes: Have fundraising packets and prizes ready to distribute or showcase during the assembly.
4. Props and Costumes: Consider adding fun props or costumes to keep the energy high and make the event more interactive.
5. Free Prizes: Be prepared to give away any free prizes as part of the kick-off to incentivize participation.

By planning ahead and having all materials organized, your kick-off assembly will be a seamless and exciting event that sets the tone for your fundraiser’s success!

Not sure what to say at your kick-off assembly? Whether it’s a live assembly for students or a Parent Night, we’ve got you covered with ready-to-use scripts.

For a live kick-off assembly (highly recommended), check out our Kick-Off Script. It includes engaging activities to get students and teachers involved, ensuring a fun and exciting start to your fundraiser.

For a Parent Night or similar event, use our Parent Night Script, which focuses on your fundraiser’s goals and the importance of family participation. Perfect for Open-House, Back-to-School Night, or any school-wide event.

Don’t forget to finalize your fundraising goal and clarify how the funds will be used. This critical information should be communicated to all stakeholders, including students, parents, teachers, and community supporters, to ensure maximum participation and success.

A fun, upbeat theme song is a great way to set the tone for your fundraiser. Play it as students arrive and depart from the assembly to boost excitement and energy.

• Consider selecting a song that relates to your school mascot or ties into the theme of your prize incentive program.
• Get approval from your Principal before finalizing your choice.
• Ensure the song is appropriate for all ages.

This small touch will help create a memorable, engaging experience for students and set the stage for a successful fundraiser!

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