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Kylie Conover posted a reply on Re: Staffing: Costs, Discipline, Customer Service
Wednesday, Aug 17, 2022 at 10:08 AM
Said: So- as a former floor staff to now a "back office" staff I have a few thoughts:Listen and determine what the toxic comments/venting is about. There maybe actual things that need to be addressed based off of the information. (I k...
Kate Ledgley posted a reply on Re: Destructive Behavior
Tuesday, Aug 16, 2022 at 10:50 AM
Said: PS We have also noticed this is particularly evident with the large group visits. We also chalk that one up to the staff not having had day camp experience. For many of the younger counselors this is their first summer working with camp...
Kate Ledgley posted a reply on Re: Destructive Behavior
Tuesday, Aug 16, 2022 at 10:45 AM
Said: We are experiencing the same thing. I think what we are seeing is the impact of the pandemic on children and while we are working to find ways to re-direct and channel energy differently, we are giving children some grace that they have...
Lynnsey Childress posted a reply on Re: Staffing: Costs, Discipline, Customer Service
Tuesday, Aug 16, 2022 at 9:36 AM
Said: I love Meghan's suggestions! We also have a morning meeting and a post-shift meeting that helps to check in and connect staff. One thing we have started that has been a big help is convening a "Staff Engagement Committee". One person fr...
Sharon Stone Smith posted a reply on Re: Bee exhibit
Monday, Aug 15, 2022 at 2:37 PM
Said: We received our hive as a grant form Bee Cause. It is so wonderful - worth considering for your museum. https://www.thebeecause.org
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