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12 Days of Festive Fun

By the time December rolls around, your teachers and staff are juggling end-of-term grading, student assessments, and holiday prep all at once. It’s a season of high energy—and lots of excitement! Planning festive spirit days can help lift their spirits, provide moments of fun, and show that you see and appreciate all the hard work!

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Alissa Christensen
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We’ve put together a list of ideas to add to the final days of the first semester. Plan a dress-up day, add a few treat days, or incorporate activities too! These celebrations are a great way to build team morale, increase connection, and ensure that everyone heads into break feeling valued. Plus, that sense of connection and appreciation will carry into the new year, making your school culture even stronger. Check out our ideas and create a calendar of festive days to celebrate your team!

What's included

This resource includes a variety of ideas to help you bring festive cheer to your school community. You’ll find fun dress-up suggestions, creative celebration activities, and delicious festive food ideas to share with your team. Plus, there are thoughtful staff gift ideas and a collection of ready-to-use printables to make everything simple and easy to implement.

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