School parties are not the same anymore. It is no more about cute parties with balloons and confetti. A school party is supposed to be fun, but again the concept of fun has undergone a sea change. In case you haven't heard of it, there also have been shocking instances where parents just lost their minds and encouraged extremely unhealthy behavior amongst their children. There was actually a story about a mother who hired a stripper for their son's 16th birthday; of course the woman was arrested for her blunder, but then how do you explain the thinking process, and how do you stop all the kids from thinking it is okay to demand and indulge in these things? Children need to have fun, but the definition of fun need to be redefined for sure.
Ideas on How to Throw a Fun School Party
- Involve the faculty in the party planning process, should you need any kind of resources of monetary help.
- Always pick a theme that is suitable for kids. Think of the age group majority and then pick a theme in accordance.
- In case you are not having the party in the school premises, pick a venue that is convenient for everyone (including the parents who would be dropping off the children).
- Collect party contributions in advance, to ensure the party planning process is carried on smoothly and all arrangements are in place.
- Ensure to ask children for suggestions to make the party more fun for them. Ask them what kind of themes and games they would want at the party.
- Think of innovative dress codes, fun games and activities which the children can really enjoy.
- Do not encourage unhealthy behavior like drinking, smoking, or even drugs and sex.
- Make sure that the school party has minimum yet adequate adult supervision.
- Last and most importantly, maintain a healthy relationship with your children so that you can trust them when they are at any party.