An Idea for G.O.Y.A. Dances
If you're working with Orthodox teenagers, you may have been in the same predicament that I was a few years back...if so, give this idea a try the next time you're caught off guard. During Saturday night events, i.e. at basketball tournaments when usually a dance is scheduled, step up and "lead" from the microphone instead of the DJ having free reign. Here's what I suggest: 1. Keep your ears tuned in. 2. At the first "inappropriate" pop song played, jump in, cutting the song short, re-introduce yourself and initiate a trivia game. 3. Ask who knows the artist of the last played song 4. Who can name the title of that song? 5. Did I mention there are fantastic prizes at the end of the night? 6. Great - now announce that you're accepting song requests, and for anyone who suggests a good one which reflects who **we** are, will be a lucky recipient of a prize (make it good, like a personal pizza to take back to the hotel!) Repeat as often as needed - just...