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Always good to have a few ICE breaker handy. 

Ice Breakers are a great way to get people to learn each others names, find out interesting things about one another, and help people begin new relationships. Aside from name games, ice breakers provide a way to establish common ground between participants, get everyone moving, and create a inviting environment. These type of activities are especially important on the first day of camp - in fact, leading fun ice breakers helps counselors set ground rules, ease camper anxiety, and start the day off on the right foot.

I consciously overplan the first few days. The worst possible first-day scenario is to arrive unprepared. Over the years, I've collected a number of first-day activity ideas - far too many to use. I've pared down the activities based on the following considerations: My first goal is to build classroom community, making all students feel comfortable and successful. My second goal is to establish routine. My third goal is to formatively assess students' current levels in all subject areas. It's never too early to begin thinking about parent night. I choose activities that accomplish at least two of the goals stated above.