Mascot Pass
Turn your school mascot into a symbol of staff pride and recognition. Each week, the mascot is passed from one staff member to another, along with a short shout-out to celebrate their impact. The tradition builds belonging, boosts morale, and gives you fun moments to share with students and families.
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How it Works
Pass the mascot weekly (or monthly), celebrate each recipient, snap a photo of the handoff, and share their recognition with your school community. Inside you’ll find step-by-step directions with pro tips, activity variations, a printable log sheet and certificate, plus a ready-to-use social media template to spotlight your staff.
Educator Collaboration
This resource was created in collaboration with dedicated educators and school leaders who brought their experience and heart to the process.
Special thanks to Amy Balsbaugh at Warwick School District, whose creative mascot recognition tradition inspired this idea. Her joyful approach shows how simple practices can strengthen staff culture and make recognition more meaningful when shared peer to peer.
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