Classroom Set-Up
Setting up a new classroom or moving rooms can be exciting and overwhelming at the same time! Having a plan before you tackle classroom set-up can help you organize the chaos. Having moved into three different classrooms, I am getting familiar with the process of how to set everything up to help save time and keep you sane! Even during the summers when I was not moving rooms I tackled one big organization project that I didn’t have time for during the school year!
Tip 1: Don’t skip the cleaning process. Even if you’re in a new school or feel overwhelmed with the piles of stuff you have to unpack, take the time to wipe everything down. You may never have all of your shelves this bare again. Alongside having bare shelves, you might find yourself wanting to paint. If your school will allow it, paint can really brighten up a classroom!
Tip 2: Don’t rush into setting up or putting stuff up. Sit down, think through the movement in the room and maybe even sketch out how you want your room to function. Think about what’s important for you to incorporate into the classroom. For example, do you need a classroom library? Are you going to tackle flexible seating and need storage areas? Your classroom set-up will be specific to the grade you're teaching. Make sure you have a plan before getting started!
I’ve created a Classroom Set-Up Checklist that you can use to help keep you focused!
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