How to Organize & Set Up a School Athletics Carnival
A school athletics carnival promotes physical education not only to the students and teachers but also to parents and the public. Executed properly, an athletic carnival encourages students to remain physically active, an important goal in today's world of video games and the Internet. Physical education instructors or others in charge of the athletic carnival need adequate planning time and volunteer help to ensure the best carnival possible.
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Check with the school administration on the best possible dates for the carnival. Also contact community officials to find out about other events that might conflict with the dates you choose.
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Set up the format of your carnival. Choose the events, such as all track and field or swimming, too, if you have the facility and volunteers for it. Decide what grades will be included in the carnival. Come up with some fun events that are less competitive.
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Choose the location for the carnival. Look into having the carnival at school, if possible, so you will not have to arrange transportation for students.
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Promote the carnival. Tell the faculty and students the date for the carnival at least two months ahead of time. Send a paper home with students informing parents. Contact local media about the event.
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Make a list of equipment needed for the event. A public address system is a must. Secure this as soon as possible if the school does not have a portable one available.
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Make a list of volunteers needed for the carnival. In addition to teacher help, encourage volunteer help from parents and others in the community.
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Arrange for concessions for the carnival. Proceeds from concessions can help offset the cost of the carnival.
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Order trophies and ribbons. Consider giving awards for sportsmanship as well as achievement.
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Tips & Warnings
Contact other schools you know that have held athletic carnivals to get their input.
Make sure the school nurse will be working at the carnival in case of injuries.
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