Christmas: 10 original activities for your school

For recreation technicians, the holiday season is a golden opportunity to bring students together and reinforce the sense of belonging to their school. However, finding original ideas that appeal to teenagers can sometimes be a challenge. Here are 10 concrete and realistic ideas to brighten up your high school during the holiday season, while encouraging student participation and creativity.

Each class decorates its door with a festive theme, such as “Christmas in [your city]” or “A Superhero’s Christmas”. Provide basic materials (paper, tape) and let students use their creativity. The decorations are then judged by a committee of students or teachers.

Transform a gymnasium or large hall into a movie theater to show a holiday movie. Students bring their pajamas and blankets, and a hot chocolate stand can complete the experience. Suggest a vote beforehand to choose the film.

Organize a volleyball, soccer or ball hockey tournament, but with a festive rule: each team must wear a Christmas accessory (hats, festive sweaters, garlands on uniforms). This type of activity encourages fun and sports participation.

Set up a school-wide Advent calendar. Each day, an activity or surprise is revealed: a festive song on the intercom, a message of encouragement, or a little collective challenge for the students.

Set up an open stage where students can perform festive numbers: songs, dances, humorous sketches or improv acts. You can also include a section where staff perform, which is always appreciated by students.

Set up a photobooth with festive decorations (Christmas tree, tinsel, artificial snow) and props like Santa hats and moustaches for memorable selfies.

Organize a mini-parade where students wear their most creative festive outfits. This could include humorous sweaters, bright accessories or themed costumes.

Prepare an interactive quiz on themes related to Christmas, winter and festive traditions around the world. Students can play in teams, and simple rewards can be offered.

Create a large board where students can write or draw their wishes for the coming year. It’s a collaborative activity that stays on display until school starts.

Hide clues and little surprises around the school, with a Christmas story as the backdrop (finding Santa’s sleigh, for example).

These original, easy-to-implement activities are sure to bring the holiday spirit to your high school. Not only do they stimulate creativity and participation, they also reinforce a sense of belonging and community. So get ready, and make this holiday season a memorable one for all!