15 Fun Activities for the Last Week of School

As the school year winds down, it can be hard to find fun and engaging activities for the last week of school. But there are plenty of enjoyable activities you can do with your class during the last week of school that will help them stay focused and make lasting memories. From outdoor games to creative projects, here are 15 ideas for activities that will make the last week of school enjoyable for everyone!

15 Fun Activities for the Last Week of School:

1. Escape to the Beach Challenge – Have students work in teams to solve math problems as they complete this fun Escape to the Beach Math Challenge. Set up is easy with no locks required. Add some fun beach decorations and your students will enjoy every minute of this activity!

2. Talent Show – Organize a talent show where students can showcase their skills, whether it’s singing, dancing, or telling jokes. This is a great way to let students have some fun and show off their creativity.

3. Field Day – Plan a day full of outdoor activities like relay races, tug-of-war, and obstacle courses. This is a great way to get students outside and active while having fun with their classmates.

4. Movie Day – Choose a popular movie or two and set up a movie day in the classroom. Provide popcorn and drinks and let the students enjoy the film before the end of the school year. Be sure to follow your school’s policies when selecting the movie.

5. Ice Cream Social – Who doesn’t love ice cream? Plan an ice cream social and have students create their own cones, sundaes, or banana splits. This is a fun and tasty way to celebrate the end of the year!

6. Scavenger Hunt – Plan a scavenger hunt throughout the school, where students can solve clues and riddles that lead them to the next location. This is one of many unique activities for the last week of school!

7. Classroom Picnic – Set up a picnic in the classroom or outdoors, complete with blankets, snacks and games. We suggest using this no prep Plan the Perfect Picnic writing project to have students do the planning! This is a fun way for students to relax and enjoy each other’s company before the summer break.

8. Art Show – Host an art show for students to display their artwork throughout the school. This activity is a great opportunity for students to showcase their creativity and connect with their peers through art.

9. PBL Activities – Plan a project based learning activity that your students will love. From planning a road trip to designing a waterpark to starting a smoothie stand, these activities not only foster learning, but also incorporate fun and teamwork. Check out all the popular, ready-to-go PBL units HERE.

10. Candy Bar Awards – Have an awards ceremony, complete with fun certificates and candy bars! Be sure to check out these 3 End of the Year Awards Ideas. This is one of the most popular activities for the last week of school!

11. Lip Sync Battle – Have students compete in a lip sync battle, complete with costumes and props. This activity promotes creativity and allows students to showcase their performance skills in a fun and entertaining way.

12. Outdoor Movie Night – Set up an outdoor movie night on the school field or playground. Provide snacks and drinks and let students enjoy a movie under the stars. This is a great way to bring the school community together and celebrate the end of the year.

13. Game Show Day – Host a game show day where students compete in fun math or ELA games and challenges. These activities for the last week of school promotes teamwork, problem-solving, and friendly competition. Be sure to check out these end of year review Jeopardy-style games for grades 3, 4, and 5!

14. End of Year Memory Book – Provide each student with this ready-to-print memory book to fill with memories from the school year. Students can decorate their books and add pictures, quotes, and other mementos to commemorate their time in your classroom.

15. Water Day – Plan a water day full of water games and activities, such as water balloon toss, slip and slide, and water relay races. This is a fun and refreshing way to beat the heat and celebrate the end of the school year.

With the end of the school year quickly approaching, it’s time to start planning some fun activities for the last week of school. From talent shows and field days to movie nights and water games, there are many ways to make sure students have an enjoyable last week at school. Whatever activities for the last week of school you choose, these ideas will ensure that your students can celebrate their hard work throughout the entire year in a meaningful way. With all these great options available, why not plan something special for your class this summer?

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