by Chandler Cook
The District Leadership Party brought a surge of energy and camaraderie to the virtual space. Held on Zoom, the event proved that connection and community can flourish even when shared through a screen. Incoming and outgoing district leaders gathered for an afternoon of laughter, creative games, and spontaneous fun.
The festivities began with a refreshing spin on Table Topics through an Open Mic format. Participants were invited to choose from a screen full of colorful category blocks. Each block revealed a surprise question when selected, prompting speakers to think on their feet. The responses ranged from sincere and reflective to playful and unexpected. It was a lively way to hear from different voices and spotlight the creativity across the group.
Following that, the energy carried into a session of charades. With microphones muted, everyone jumped into action using only gestures and facial expressions. The screen became a stage for silent performers who mimed clues with full commitment. Laughter rippled across the virtual room as attendees took turns guessing everything from animals to activities. It reminded everyone that play has power and joy belongs at every level of leadership.
The final game of the day was Family Feud, based on the popular online version from Arkadium. Teams competed to guess answers that were randomly generated. Some prompts included topics like animals that are easy to ride, things that are easy to break, and what someone might wish they were doing instead during a bad date. The randomness of the questions added to the unpredictability and hilarity making every round a surprise.
What stood out most was the atmosphere of shared joy and presence. The event was not just about having fun, it was about reconnecting through laughter and creativity. As the Zoom call wrapped up, the group left with smiles, a deeper sense of community, and a renewed appreciation for what makes leadership meaningful.
