Classroom Setup Day 3 | Falling in Love With Teaching Again VLOG 20

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  • @user-xu7nh8qs8v
    @user-xu7nh8qs8v Місяць тому +21

    Okay Michelle- 1. So so so excited you’re returning to the classroom but you can use that light behind your small group table, which is signal which group you’re meeting with depending on how you organize your small groups. For instance, you could have a red group and have the red light on and then your blue light could be on for your blue group. And then kids would know that when the lights on it’s kind of like a stop sign that you can’t disrupt the small group that’s currently being met with that, turns your splurge into a classroom necessity!

    • @MG-sx6ls
      @MG-sx6ls Місяць тому

      Great suggestion!

  • @Bregotamer1
    @Bregotamer1 Місяць тому +20

    Whenever you purchase something that will bring you peace and happiness in your classroom, it's a worthwhile purchase. That fact alone makes a seemingly "unnecessary" purchase into a must have purchase. Well done, you.

    • @cheyennemoore8380
      @cheyennemoore8380 Місяць тому +1

      This is what I was thinking. I loved the lights and love magnets so just those small things made me happy.

    • @pizzapartytime1826
      @pizzapartytime1826 Місяць тому

      Well unfortunately I’m not allowed to have a cross or Bible. 😂

  • @nancymicklatcher117
    @nancymicklatcher117 Місяць тому +21

    I'm so excited for you! As a retired public school teacher, now teaching at a homeschool co-op, I am enjoying following along on your journey. Thank you for sharing with us! Your classroom looks happy, warm and inviting. Your students are so blessed to have you as their teacher! Also, thanks for the reminder to help other teachers with their wish list. I plan to "adopt" a teacher this year.

  • @elisabeth7738
    @elisabeth7738 Місяць тому +10

    Most of the time I am a quiet viewer & follower of your channel & your (hands down) amazing content & uplifting personality but today I want to take the time to just say THANK YOU to you! I'm a teacher in training (for primary/elemetary school) in Germany & although we do a lot of things differently, also when it comes to setting up classrooms, I get so much inspiration & motivation from those videos, all of your videos. 🥹💙🙏 Keep going Michelle, you are helping me in so many ways! 🦋 Your joy is so contagious!

    • @forestfirelight
      @forestfirelight Місяць тому +1

      I agree...I can't help but smile when watching her videos.

    • @kaylayoungblood9577
      @kaylayoungblood9577 Місяць тому +1

      Are you doing other classroom videos

    • @cheyennemoore8380
      @cheyennemoore8380 Місяць тому +1

      You can do it! I'm so glad people are still interested in this profession. Enjoy your last few years of uni! And welcome to the wild wonderful world of teaching.

  • @elfstarsaka
    @elfstarsaka Місяць тому +29

    Hack: If those trays start sliding around in the drawer and it drives you crazy, you can use a little poster putty under each corner to hold them in place. I find the blue putty can sometimes stain so I like to use the off-white instead

  • @lynnarrand6213
    @lynnarrand6213 Місяць тому +7

    Michelle, your classroom has come together wonderfully. You have worked hard to bring this journey to a full circle. I am so excited for the upcoming vlogs and seeing you shine as a teacher once again. I am so grateful to have teachers like you in the classroom. Way to go!!!❤

  • @KrisC849
    @KrisC849 Місяць тому +5

    I will never get over the office references and memes. I love that show so much

  • @megmulroo
    @megmulroo Місяць тому +7

    Have a great first day back!! Your students are so lucky to have you as their teacher!

  • @Niema.A
    @Niema.A Місяць тому +12

    I love that you’re back to teaching. I started watching you in college and you were super inspirational. Going into my third year; my first two years were really hard. This series is giving me hope again. A little nervous and I don’t really have much money to get my classroom together, but there’s still so much left from the previous teacher, and I believe a little organization and declutter will do a world of wonders. Prayerfully this is a better year!

    • @cheyennemoore8380
      @cheyennemoore8380 Місяць тому

      Same! I'm starting year six! Wow. Time flies. Let's enjoy it!

  • @connierosero356
    @connierosero356 Місяць тому +4

    "Starting to look like home" yes!! Our classroom is like our second home. Love your videos.

  • @tammiwelch2736
    @tammiwelch2736 Місяць тому +4

    Year 26 for me and I still get excited about a new school year- good luck to you and welcome back into the classroom!

  • @annwoodruff6383
    @annwoodruff6383 Місяць тому +4

    Love all of these classroom setup videos! So helpful to "see" your thinking process! You have no idea how much you "give" to teachers by sharing yourself and your thinking and how you have simplified your teaching and set up for all of those new teachers! Your "giving back" may not be monetary, but your time and effort in creating your content is HUGE!! Wishing you the best year ever, Michelle!

  • @michellemp1626
    @michellemp1626 Місяць тому +4

    I love adding lamps to my classroom, too. They make the room cozy and add so much warmth. I hope you have a great day with your new school family.

  • @oophelia46
    @oophelia46 Місяць тому +3

    Glad to hear you setting boundries!! 😊

  • @madis3434
    @madis3434 Місяць тому +2

    Thank you for sharing your journey with us! and tips along the way. Hope you had a lovely first day meeting your new children n exploring the classroom once again!

  • @dancingdiva90950
    @dancingdiva90950 25 днів тому

    With viewers like you, thank you!

  • @beckkilmark
    @beckkilmark Місяць тому +4

    happy first day back michelle! i hope it all goes smoothly. looking forward to the classroom tour & soo excited for what else comes this coming year!

  • @cheyennemoore8380
    @cheyennemoore8380 Місяць тому +1

    I love how quickly it all came together. A good quick show of how to do that and make sure you have what you need without spending a ton. Thanks Michelle! I'm looking forward to the tour. Hope the new desk helps!

  • @dilyswt
    @dilyswt Місяць тому +2

    That new lamp is great. You could use colour codes for things small-group time. e.g green: children can come to you, yellow, only if... (set reasons) or red ( do not disturb/work independently/busy).

  • @AllThingsCherie2024
    @AllThingsCherie2024 Місяць тому +2

    So happy that you are happy being back in the classroom. You are going to have an amazing school year. Your students are truly lucky! ❤

  • @jessicabarone1716
    @jessicabarone1716 Місяць тому +3

    Thank you for sharing your journey. I'm so glad others have been so generous with your classroom needs. You are blessed in so many ways and I can't wait to continue watching your adventures in returning to the classroom. Hugs and love from preschool in PA.

  • @DeeDeeDIY
    @DeeDeeDIY Місяць тому +1

    Today is Monday the 5th and you are "back to school" I hope you have a blessed and wonderful year. My homeschool for my grandkids starts in a week. We are set up and ready to go.

  • @user-zj2ij2uk5s
    @user-zj2ij2uk5s Місяць тому +2

    You are so happy to be back on the classroom. Your kids are lucky to have someone with that energy. Have a great school year.

  • @kristincasper5182
    @kristincasper5182 Місяць тому +3

    I’m so excited for you to be going back in the classroom!! So many adventures you are going on! ❤😊

  • @sbe1030
    @sbe1030 Місяць тому

    Congrats, Michelle! Excited to see where your teaching journey will take you this year.🎉🎉🎉

  • @BrownSideOfAutismTeaches
    @BrownSideOfAutismTeaches Місяць тому

    Love the lamp! It’s all coming together beautifully!

  • @dmarshall49
    @dmarshall49 Місяць тому

    You’re so lucky you have so many cabinets and drawers!! Your room looks great! I love the new cart, lamp and the rainbow corner!

  • @taylorsherwood9568
    @taylorsherwood9568 Місяць тому +1

    I love that you’re going back to teaching! I have been in an intervention position wishing to be back in a classroom and I feel like I got to live that vicariously through you!

  • @TheYvi828
    @TheYvi828 Місяць тому

    Love you are sharing about establishing boundaries:) We all need the reminders.

  • @fdoctor79
    @fdoctor79 Місяць тому +1

    Wow, I haven't been in the classroom for almost 20 years and I am getting excited for you, Michelle. What a fun, nurturing, and innovative environment you are creating for your students! Tfs

  • @yvettedelarosa99
    @yvettedelarosa99 Місяць тому +1

    Your classroom looks amazing! I also use black on my bulletin boards. Everything just pops! Thank you for sharing your journey with us. I learn so much from you, so thank you! You will have an amazing year!!!

  • @emmanuellejp
    @emmanuellejp Місяць тому +1

    Congratulations! I'm so happy for you and hope you have a fantastic year. The students are going to love you!💕

  • @laurie8883
    @laurie8883 Місяць тому +1

    Great video! You are putting together a fantastic learning environment for your students! Isn't it great to also establish a good environment for you?! Wow, first day back next week! Holy smokes! Thanks for sharing your world!🙂

  • @mariacortez7050
    @mariacortez7050 Місяць тому +1

    So excited for you and grateful to have an amazing teacher back to Teaching!!

  • @sarahp444
    @sarahp444 Місяць тому +1

    I'd love to see a video on your first week of school lesson plans!

  • @magloz611
    @magloz611 Місяць тому +1

    Your room is looking great! That lamp is call in my name …😁. I’m a 5th grade teacher in South Texas. We go back Aug. 12 and kids Aug. 19! I’m also setting up my classroom and watching your videos for any ideas. I realize today is your first day back .. have an amazing 2024-2025 Texas style school year!! Welcome to teaching in Texas!!😊

  • @coriwade4
    @coriwade4 Місяць тому +1

    Michelle! I'm going back into teaching as well this year. It's been 12 years. So I feel a little rusty. Watching your videos has helped me change my brain back into teacher mode! Thank you so much for posting all your helpful tips!

  • @JustJmo
    @JustJmo Місяць тому +2

    It's coming together so nicely!! It looks great!!

  • @caitlyngray8564
    @caitlyngray8564 Місяць тому +1

    Do I teach elementary school? No, I teach high school! Do I always watch your classroom set up videos? Yes, yes I do!!

  • @user-pc9qf9zj6d
    @user-pc9qf9zj6d Місяць тому +1

    You are incredible! Love u and bridget! I am so excited for u! Yes keep those videos coming gurl!

  • @LorraineinPNW
    @LorraineinPNW Місяць тому +1

    So glad you're back in the classroom. I'm a 6th grade ELA Sped Teacher. I'm teaching 2 co-teach ELA classes and 4 resource ELA. I'm going through the BeGlad training this month, so I'm redecorating my classroom to make room for our co-created work. I love watching setup videos and can't wait to see how you decorate.

  • @Amy-tg4lc
    @Amy-tg4lc Місяць тому

    Like you, I'm heading into a new school and teaching 4th grade this year. For me, it's the first time teaching 4th! I enjoy your videos so much. I'm also hoping to implement Building Thinking Classrooms. The green book is on my wishlist! Good luck with your first days back with students! They will be blessed to have you for a teacher. Thanks for what you do!

  • @eteacherrunner
    @eteacherrunner Місяць тому

    Michelle so excited about you going back to the classroom 🎉. I love watching your videos. I found you during covid and learned so much from you. Now I am teaching preschool and I will need your label expertise.

  • @ericah4232
    @ericah4232 Місяць тому +1

    Today is August 5th! Hoping you have a great first day at work!

  • @Lucky_kit6052
    @Lucky_kit6052 Місяць тому +2

    The lamp could be level of noise with color or brightness.

  • @johnlopez3996
    @johnlopez3996 Місяць тому +2

    If you do not have a copy, The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane is a wonderful book to have in your classroom. Best of luck to you. Take care.

  • @smilenbackatu
    @smilenbackatu Місяць тому

    Love that you are back in the classroom, have been watching you forever. You are so kind to give back to others. I started watching you when I lived in New England and you also lived on the East coast. Now we are both teaching in Texas!

  • @sashabarker109
    @sashabarker109 Місяць тому +1

    Hope you're having a great first day. Ours was cxld here in central FL. Thanks Debby! Excited to see your new desk. It looks good, Michelle.

  • @kimberlybynum423
    @kimberlybynum423 28 днів тому

    Great start to your room! Love the storage space!

  • @mphinney7983
    @mphinney7983 Місяць тому +4

    We’ve added a lot of Peter’s practices in our district. Our students love it. After about a week of regular math, they often request it.
    I imagine those lights as a nonverbal cue to students about volume in the class - set to a color to indicate it should be silent, partner convos, group work, etc.

  • @frenchwithmadameg1116
    @frenchwithmadameg1116 Місяць тому +1

    So much inspiration! I love it! Those kids and that school are so lucky to have you! I can’t believe you have six whole days before kids! That’s crazy! We only get one! Hope you have a great week!

  • @amandawilkins8403
    @amandawilkins8403 Місяць тому +1

    Happy Monday, Michelle! Another great video...I loved the variety of items you shared. The lamp looks so cool and creates a fun ambience. I hope your first official day back for teacher workdays goes well today! Have an awesome day! 💜

  • @Ladyterra19
    @Ladyterra19 Місяць тому +1

    I gotta do some of those Goodwill runs; they sound great! PLUS, you and I have the same starting dates! You’ve been an integral part of the reason why I’m back in the classroom (year 15 for me)!

  • @jilloverton3630
    @jilloverton3630 Місяць тому +1

    Your classroom looks great! As I am watching this video, you are beginning your first day of school! I hope your first day is fantastic! 😊

  • @wendyhoward2699
    @wendyhoward2699 Місяць тому

    I’m glad you’re so happy! I’m a retired teacher- almost 11years retired. I love to watch your videos. Looking forward to more. Blessings.😊

  • @galfor54
    @galfor54 Місяць тому +1

    So excited for you. I’ve been following you for years and you always inspire me to become an even more organised teacher. I’m also starting at a new school in September - can’t wait to follow your new chapter. 😃

  • @LydiaKnudsen
    @LydiaKnudsen Місяць тому

    I gave up my teacher desk a while ago, it helped me to have a teacher toolbox that I made out of small sterilte drawers in some shelving behind my horseshoe/jelly bean table. It made me feel like I had a desk that was multipurpose and gave me so much more space. I could also put some drawers under the corner of the table which allowed me to keep differenciated work for students who needed advance work and students who needed approaching work. I love how it is coming together.

  • @Flemingoriginals007
    @Flemingoriginals007 Місяць тому +1

    Happy first day of school today!!! 🎉🎉

  • @donnabingen6464
    @donnabingen6464 Місяць тому

    Your classroom looks awesome Michelle!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @veereedee
    @veereedee Місяць тому +1

    I read The Thinking Classrooms book two years ago after seeing Peter at a math conference. We have adopted vertical work spaces in my school and started to see more throughout my district. I am interested in the book you got. I'll add it to my wishlist.

  • @abbiebruyere5507
    @abbiebruyere5507 Місяць тому

    Hi Michelle! I have been a follower of yours since 2018 and have absolutely LOVED watching you fall in love with teaching again. I was a first year teacher this past year in special education but have always wanted my own gen ed classroom and I just got hired literally yesterday as a first grade teacher! I immediately bought your digital planner and rewatched your planner set up video. I can't wait to see what's in store for the both of us this year!

  • @criellamine
    @criellamine Місяць тому

    I don't think i've seen your videos in years but omg girl you look so good!!!

  • @myreasmusings6822
    @myreasmusings6822 Місяць тому +1

    So excited for you! Looking forward to the final.classroom tour. Hope you'll have an amazing school year! ❤

  • @DeAnnaFrederick-tb4xh
    @DeAnnaFrederick-tb4xh Місяць тому +1

    Looks great ! Love the details of drawer organizers and the fun lamp . Have a great start to the year . I have a wish list 🎉but I am shy about sharing to get help . I never did one before .

  • @keshaprince
    @keshaprince Місяць тому

    I read the building thinking classrooms, it’s AMAZING! I feel like the strategies are so good, not just for math.

  • @hberrysc3517
    @hberrysc3517 Місяць тому

    You look so beautiful and natural in this video! You’re the GOAT, Michelle. I love how you’re finding more balance this time around too. Wisdom does come with age. First two weeks are the hardest, then you’ll catch your groove.

  • @jomeek4067
    @jomeek4067 Місяць тому

    You support us with inspiration! Thank you and hope you have a wonderful school year!

  • @lovelylids4431
    @lovelylids4431 Місяць тому

    Michelle, I love your balance of black and white with all the bright and nice colors. #Perfection So happy and excited to see you finally return back to the classroom! I was wondering if you mentioned to your new district/campus about your vlogging success. If so, I'd like to personally thank Austin and your new campus for allowing you to bless us all with your great classroom/teaching vlogs! YAY!!! Lastly, keep an eye out for the 12 x 12 snap clear boxes from Costco. I've gotten some in the past, and I believe it was a pack of 5 boxes for less than $20. May your new school year go fabulous! #TexasTeachers

  • @jenniferplummer2523
    @jenniferplummer2523 Місяць тому

    I am a recently retired 4th grade teacher. You are going to love 4th grade! This fall I will be teaching 6th grade math and science in a private school. I have been reading the Thinking Classroom book and can't wait to implement our problem of the day with the groups of three. I love watching your videos!

  • @victoriaLL345
    @victoriaLL345 Місяць тому

    I'm so excited for you!

  • @ericamarieclenchcoloringco1435
    @ericamarieclenchcoloringco1435 Місяць тому

    You’re awesome! Thank you for sharing

  • @LeahGenzink
    @LeahGenzink Місяць тому +1

    I start my 8th grade school year on august 13th as well as your students

  • @georgiawilby25
    @georgiawilby25 Місяць тому

    You could use the light for your traffic light system

  • @annlanza4153
    @annlanza4153 Місяць тому

    0:49 we are so happy to see you back getting ready for school year ! Good luck!! Your room looks great!!

  • @naomihuber1661
    @naomihuber1661 Місяць тому

    With push pins I would recommend using sewing pins rather than thumb tacks because they reck your fingers when removing them

  • @caitlinfricks2843
    @caitlinfricks2843 Місяць тому

    You are one of my favorite educators to follow. I am so excited that you are teaching the same grade and subject areas!

  • @ksking4246
    @ksking4246 Місяць тому

    I really like the lamp. This is year 31 for me and I still enjoy adding homey touches to my room. Yours is looking great!!

  • @henryprokop9170
    @henryprokop9170 Місяць тому

    Michelle,
    I have been with you your entire journey as a teacher. Your videos really inspire me to be a beter, more organized teacher. I loved seeing you fall back in love with teacher(for personal reasons I been struggling). My husband tragically and unexpectedly passed away and I lst the motivation but your videos and now the fetch app has helped me gain it back. Thank you> Also, could you link the Mathematics task book(want to cart to my cart). Work in a Catholic School so trying to buy all thse items to help me stay out. Thank yu for being an inspiration! Alicia from CT

  • @LifeintentionswithKamellen
    @LifeintentionswithKamellen Місяць тому

    Hi! I am a teacher in Jamaica. I am just getting back in the class room myself - well, since January. We are on summer break here and usually go back in September. I love your channel so far! Keep up the good work and boy do I love your class setup! All the best for this new year - one day at a time!

  • @tabkins
    @tabkins Місяць тому

    Love the content! Have a fun school year!

  • @rebeccasheraton5758
    @rebeccasheraton5758 Місяць тому +2

    Looks fabulous 🤩

  • @katesenack9537
    @katesenack9537 Місяць тому

    Your classroom looks so wonderful! I can't wait for the finishing touches 😆 I'm planning on going into the classroom next year and have learned so much from you. Thank you for all you do and share, Michelle! Sending you so much love 🥰

  • @daniellemitchell3118
    @daniellemitchell3118 Місяць тому

    Your classroom is lovely. I envy the rooms that are more modern. They're light and bright.
    My school is older. My classroom has a lot of wood accents. The fromt and side doors are wooden. The closets and windows are , too.
    My closets are literally 9-10 narrow boxes, like closets in a house would be. There is no structure inside to organize unless I buy 10 closet systems. The good thing is that they can be used to hang up small posters. Last year, I had my rules, my calendar, my schedule, the writing process poster, and lunch count on it.
    However, I will do my best to make it a happy home away from home for my students. Have a great school year! Welcome back.

  • @lorifreeman891
    @lorifreeman891 Місяць тому

    Loving this back to school videos. They are definitely helping me get ideas for my classroom.

  • @Brittsworld2024
    @Brittsworld2024 Місяць тому

    Love the videos and the classroom

  • @jacquelinelopez7321
    @jacquelinelopez7321 Місяць тому +1

    Your room looks amazing- I’m a huge fan of you and your style of room set up for many years- would love to know what science STEM posters and materials did you get. I’m now a science teacher in my school and love having STEM materials for kids to use. I hope you have a fantastic year 😊 Have an amazing 1st day back to work.

  • @aishapereira1149
    @aishapereira1149 Місяць тому

    If you get some Museum Gel then you can use little dabs of it to help keep your drawer organizers from sliding

  • @erinsmith5837
    @erinsmith5837 Місяць тому

    Since you board is covered in felt you can hang things with the hook (ruff) side of Velcro

  • @jamiemorris3918
    @jamiemorris3918 Місяць тому

    no way!!! I forgot about your channel nice to see your back into teaching though!

  • @rinawalter5402
    @rinawalter5402 Місяць тому

    I am soooo happy to see you happy❤❤❤
    Have a great day today! ❤️❤️

  • @jrock1030
    @jrock1030 Місяць тому

    Need the lamp!

  • @Kaitpx923
    @Kaitpx923 Місяць тому

    The math tasks book are amazing!!! I read it for a college course and is one of the few I plan on actually using.

  • @amandahill8419
    @amandahill8419 Місяць тому

    Peter was my math for teachers professor! He's as awesome as his approach!!!

  • @Annieliciious
    @Annieliciious Місяць тому

    I met Peter at CAMT! He is amazing! ❤

  • @colleenspillers4547
    @colleenspillers4547 Місяць тому

    I added this comment to your other video - but I am so jealous of your in classroom storage!!! You have a lovely, modern room!!! Good luck this year!

  • @jackalex
    @jackalex Місяць тому

    This video was great! Love love love the classroom setup videos! 🤍

  • @capricelrobinsoc
    @capricelrobinsoc Місяць тому

    Maybe you could use the light it to indicate to your students what they are to do. Like have all on means something and having maybe 1 or 2 on you could indicate like quite individual work time.

    • @capricelrobinsoc
      @capricelrobinsoc Місяць тому

      You could use light colours to indicate the noise level

    • @capricelrobinsoc
      @capricelrobinsoc Місяць тому

      Or even use the light in way to indicate if the teacher is available to help or is busy with a group. You can have a colour for that.

  • @Andi-ll1fh
    @Andi-ll1fh Місяць тому +1

    You should try half price books for games and books .

  • @aprillynn5223
    @aprillynn5223 Місяць тому

    Looks good! I’m curious about what you are thinking for labeling your bins..oh and the lamp ❤ I need it! I’ve never had a floor lamp in my classroom and I have been going back and forth on whether to get one or not. Get one just won 😂

  • @russellpalatiere8852
    @russellpalatiere8852 Місяць тому +1

    So happy with your new classroom! It has come together very nicely. I love that you also are fulfilling teacher wishlists as well. I have done a couple of those this year as well! It’s the little things right!!