The First 7 Days: Creating Positive Relationships High school students need to engage in getting-to-know-each-other activities during the first week of school. By incorporating these activities into your first week while you discuss rules and expectations, you will create a high level of comfort and begin forging relationships that will make your classroom successful for the rest of the year. Please join me in discovering instant activities to build positive relationships within your class. By the end of the session participants will Leave with instant activities to use during the first few weeks of class. Create an environment of respect and rapport. Engage students in learning.