Back to School Introduction Interview Questions | Icebreaker Activity

Start the school year by helping students make meaningful connections with one another! This Introduction Interview Questions activity is a fun, low-prep back-to-school icebreaker that gets high school students talking, laughing, and learning about their classmates in a structured, engaging way.

Students will pair up to interview one another using a variety of conversation starters about school experiences, favorite things, hobbies, memorable moments, and more. After completing the interview, students can introduce their partner to the class or simply use the activity to build relationships and create a welcoming classroom environment.

This printable activity is perfect for the first day or first week of school and encourages communication, active listening, and classroom community.

What's Included:

• 2-page student interview worksheet
• 10 engaging interview questions
• Student-created question prompt
• Space to record interview responses
• "Interviewed By" section for accountability

Interview Topics Include:

• Favorite teacher
• Least favorite subject
• Favorite candy and ice cream
• Favorite TV show or movie
• Hobbies and extracurricular activities
• Memorable school experiences
• Embarrassing moments
• Fun facts classmates may not know
• Student-created interview question

Perfect For:

• Back to School
• First Day of School
• First Week of School
• High School Advisory
• Homeroom
• English Language Arts
• Social Studies
• Classroom Community Building
• Icebreaker Activities
• Partner Work
• Communication Skills Practice

This no-prep printable is an easy way to break the ice, reduce first-day jitters, and help students begin building positive relationships that will strengthen classroom culture throughout the school year.

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