Who's In My Corner Icebreaker
A fun, no-prep way to kick off any staff meeting or PD day.
15–30 min
60+ This or That Questions for Staff Connection
Team building activity for teachers turns a weekly this or that question into an easy way for staff to vote, compare answers, and start conversations.
Alissa Christensen
A ready-to-use bank of "this or that" poll questions for staff and students to vote on each week. Post one question in a high-traffic spot, let people mark their pick, and watch a simple vote turn into a week of conversation.
Why try it
Give staff a low-lift reason to pause and connect. A weekly poll takes seconds to vote on but sparks conversations that carry through the hallway and lounge for the rest of the week.
A bank of ready-made questions means you never have to come up with something new. Pick one, post it, and let the votes do the rest.
What's included
Browse the printables included with this resource.
Instructions
1
Pick a question and post it
Choose one question from the category bank below or write your own, then display it in one or more high-traffic spots or share it digitally with a QR code.
2
Collect votes
Give staff and students a full week to cast their vote by writing their name under their choice.
3
Share the results
Announce the results in your next newsletter, staff meeting, or morning announcements, then switch in a new question to keep the poll going.
Go deeper
Additional tips for running this resource.
Leader Tip #1
Mix silly and serious questions
Balance lighthearted picks with ones that reveal something real about a person's preferences or history.
Leader Tip #2
Let staff submit questions
After a few rounds, invite staff or students to suggest the next question to keep the bank growing.
Leader Tip #3
Student edition
Post the poll somewhere students pass by, like the main entrance, and include it in classroom discussions.
Built by Educators, for School Leaders
This resource was created in collaboration with passionate educators and school leaders who believe in the power of intentional connection.
Alissa Christensen
Head of Customer Success
Loading...
Similar resources
