The day of your Homecoming Project, remember to:

• Make a list. Don’t forget to take your notes and any other visual aids you have collected such as old yearbooks, football jersey, photos, or other memorabilia.
• Bring a bottle of water. It’s hard to speak when your throat is dry and your lips are sticking to your teeth. Make sure to hydrate!
• Get there early. Plan to arrive at the school 30 minutes before the presentation. Arriving early will give you plenty of time to meet with your contact, take a stroll through the school, use the restroom, and find your meeting space. It’s better to have time to sit quietly reviewing your notes in a classroom than to be stuck in traffic, stressed because you are late for your presentation! Plan in advance how you will get to the school, including directions, mode of transportation, and travel time.
• Go for it! You have thoughtfully prepared the words you will share so speak loudly, clearly, and confidently. Don’t forget to smile! Be sure to save the last 10 to 15 minutes for questions and answers. We encourage you to ask students to take some type of action that will continue after you leave. A list of possible actions can be found here.
• Document the moment. Be sure to bring a still camera or video camera to document the moment. Be sure to share your pictures and videos with us so that we can include them as success stories on our website. Don’t be afraid to ask your school contact to videotape or photograph your presentation, or invite a friend to come with you who can offer support!