In-Person Boot Camp Implementation Best Practices
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Prepare Students For The Boot Camp Before The Event
• Meet with students who will be attending to discuss the purpose and importance of the Boot Camp
• Establish rules and expectations for student behavior and participation
• No cell phones (during the event)
• Cooperating with the MasteryPrep Facilitator
• Restroom procedures
• Breaks
• Missing classes – how to make up missed tests, classwork, etc.
Day Of The Boot Camp
• Allow students to wear comfortable clothing (layers are encouraged)
• Students should be seated in alphabetical order
• If in an auditorium or gym, an empty seat should be left between students.
• All students should sit directly facing the speaker; there should not be any obstructions between the
students and the speaker
• Backpacks and school bags are not needed for the Boot Camp
• School administration should introduce the Boot Camp Facilitator and reiterate the rules and expectations
• Staff members who are monitoring the Boot Camp should walk around and have specific duty stations
during the Boot Camp
• Provide for the students OR have students bring the following:
- Pencils
- Test-approved calculator
- Snacks and water
- Device for submitting evaluations post-event (cell phones preferred)
Checklist:
- Instructor
- Academic Content (slides)
- Enthusiasm and Encouragement
- Computer
- Microphone
- Dry erase / chalkboard
Recommended Room Set-Up For All In-Person Events