How to Program Leader
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What is a Program Leader?
ODS Lingo
Sample Schedule
​How to Be a Mentor
How and When to Set Goals
Ways to Be in the Cabin
Skits and Cabin Calls
Shower Time
Being a Guest at Meals
PM Time
Times to Check In with Your SLs
Feedback - What to Look For
Ways to Help Returnees Grow
How to Teach an SL to Be a Mentor
Nice Things to Do for Your SLs
Breaks!
Recreation Ideas
Games for Cabin Time
PL Evaluations
​PL Handbook (PDF) • PL Handbook (Word)
FEEDBACK TO GIVE – WHAT TO LOOK FOR
With feedback, specific examples make all the difference! These ideas can be feedback during the week or in evals.
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  • Used names
  • Got the cabin to ____ on time  (flag, duties, field study)
  • Made sure the kids were prepared for the weather
  • Set expectations at the door
  • Kept kids engaged during wait time
  • Smiling / acting friendly and happy
  • Talked to a student individually
  • Set a good example in ___(flag, campfire, meal lines) by ___.
  • Led a stall song / game for a big group
  • Helped on a recreation
  • Redirected students positively when ___.
  • Helped another SL with ___.
  • Helped motivate kids during duties.
  • Helped lead / facilitate duties.
  • Was aware of individual students’ needs.
  • Got the students to the nurse on time for meds.
  • Was a good role model for peers during ___.
  • Always on task without being asked.
  • Used enforceable statements.
  • Explained activities clearly (give an example).
  • Did personal goodnights.
  • Came to meetings prepared.
  • Asked for feedback.
  • Participated in meetings.
  • Used their voice tone to let kids know what sort of behavior they should be displaying.
  • Involved everyone in cabin clean-up by giving jobs.
  • Offered reminders and time warnings to students.