Communication&Self-Care

Which of these is a key principle of effective communication at camp?

• Speaking fast to cover more points

• Being clear, calm, and respectful

• Using sarcasm to correct mistakes

• Ignoring feedback from others

When you notice a concern about another leader’s approach, you should:

• Mention it in front of campers

• Send a group text immediately

• Talk privately with them

• Wait until the end of camp

In “Ask for and Offer Help,” which behavior is encouraged?

• Waiting until you’re overwhelmed to speak up

• Offering help only when asked

• Asking for help when needed and offering it when you can

What does “Sharing and Solving Together” mean?

• Delegating all tasks to one person

• Communicating secretly

• Sharing responsibilities fairly and solving problems together

• Celebrating individual achievements only

Which phrase shows you’re being approachable and supportive?

• “Figure it out yourself.”

• “I don’t have time right now.”

• “How can I support you?”

• “You should know this already.”

According to the chain of command, a Night Leader reports to:

• Night Summer Director

• Group Summer Director

• SLT

• Outreach team

Why is self-care important for leaders at camp?

• It helps you stay patient, feel good and stay focused

• It gives you more free time than campers

• Time to neglect your team

• Lets you do whatever you want to do

Which strategy is recommended under “Rest & Recharge”?

• Doing paperwork during nap hour

• Using your scheduled nap hour

• Staying up late to finish tasks

• Ignoring bedtime routines

What should you do if you feel stressed or overloaded?

• Push through without complaining

• Speak up and ask for help

• Drop all responsibilities immediately

• Compare your stress to others

The phrase “You can’t pour from an empty cup” means:

• Leaders should never rest

• Self-care is optional

• You must take care of yourself to care for others

• Campers should care for you first