What To Do For Throwback Day At School?

If you’ve been given an assignment to put together a throwback day at school, or you have volunteered and put in charge of it, perhaps for the prom committee, then here are some ideas to help you plan a fun and memorable event.

• Music: This is essential for setting the mood and getting people in the spirit of the day. Create a playlist of popular songs from the decade you’re celebrating. Form a playlist that covers a range of genres to appeal to students with different musical tastes.

• Fashion: Ask students to dress up in the clothing styles of a specific decade. This is a great way to add some visual interest to the day and encourage school spirit. If your school uniform does not allow for dressing up, or if some students are not able to afford new clothes, you can set up a clothing swap or encourage students to accessorize with items from the era. You could even host a contest for the best-dressed student or group.

• Decorations: You can also create a festive atmosphere by decorating with posters, memorabilia and other items from the decade. You can request items and photos from teachers, or decorate with general items relating to the decade you are celebrating, such as hula hoops for the 1950s or leg warmers for the 1980s.

• Food: Consider serving food that was popular during the decade you’re celebrating. Ask the home economics department to help you recreate iconic dishes from that time, or work with the school cafeteria to offer retro options on the lunch menu.

• Activities: Find some age-appropriate activities for students to do that were popular during the chosen decade. For example, you could set up a hula hoop contest for the 1950s, a Pac-Man tournament with an emulator for the 1980s, or a grunge music listening party (with appropriate lyrics and volume restrictions) for the 1990s. You could also get a speaker in to talk to the kids about the history and culture of the decade.

• Contests: To add some extra excitement to the day, you could host some contests. Ideas could include a best-dressed contest, a dance contest, or a trivia contest about the decade. Encourage students to form teams and compete against each other or offer individual participation with a range of small prizes to keep everyone motivated.

• School Spirit: Make sure to promote the event well in advance so that students have plenty of time to prepare. A successful throwback day can be a great way to build school spirit and bring the community together.

Questions and Answers:

• What is the most important thing to consider when planning a throwback day at school?

The most important thing to consider is the decade you are celebrating. This will determine the music, fashion, decorations, food, and activities.

• How can I make sure that all students feel included?

Make sure to choose a decade that is relevant to all students. You can also offer a variety of activities so that everyone can find something they enjoy.

• What is the best way to promote a throwback day at school?

Promote the event well in advance so that students have plenty of time to prepare. Use social media, posters, and announcements to get the word out.

• What are some tips for making a throwback day at school memorable?

Create a festive atmosphere with decorations and music. Offer a variety of activities so that everyone can find something they enjoy. And don’t forget to take lots of pictures!

• Is it appropriate to set up a photo booth area with props aligned with the decade?

Yes, setting up a photo booth area with props aligned with the decade can be a fun and memorable addition to a throwback day at school.