Preparation for launch is one of the most exciting times. This page will guide you through the final preparation steps and organization your site may need.
Key Steps for Outreach and Launch
Here are additional steps to be taken during this final phase. Items listed in bold have more details on other pages of this website; find the relevant page in the buttons below.
Advertise your class and recruit students; this may take multiple times of outreach
Set up website and pre-registration for your class online, if desired
Confirm facility details and availability for rooms, building access, supplies, etc.
Have a final team meeting to organize and train your volunteers for the first night.
Prepare roles and expectations for each team member
Make copies of the placement assessment and have assessors practice with one another to get familiar with the assessment
Run through the evening to check for traffic flow, setup of stations, and possible difficulties
Make sure all textbooks and classroom supplies are in place
Pray for your ministry
Print all assessments, welcome packets, and registration forms or prepare online registration forms
Select your system of attendance and data tracking
Prepare hospitality snacks and supplies