Also, ideas for rewards: choosing a youtube video for rainy recess or when students arrive in the morning, choosing a go noodle or just dance video, bringing slippers to class, wearing a hat in class, chewing gum in class (I've seen one teacher give her students "gum licenses"), choosing a theme dress up day, choosing a class game to play, being allowed to listen to music in class, extended recess, etc
“There’s no tired like teacher tired.” I one hundred percent agree! I had my first week with students last week as well, I love the idea of showing a movie if you have to have indoor recess! We had a little rain last week too and fortunately by recess time it cleared up, but I’ve been trying to brainstorm what fun things to do with my kiddos if we’re stuck inside for our breaks. Thanks for all the great ideas! I know that you were hoping to move down in grades, and I was hoping for third or second grade when I started my teaching career, but I’ve been in fifth grade for almost 9 years and I hope that you love it! The leaps and bounds that kids can make in fifth grade is amazing, and I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else - I hope you find that too!
For the mini lights where the plug is - you can overlap the cord so the lights meet the lights and use twist ties to hold it together. That way the light continues. It adds a bit of wire bulk, but would stand out less.
Not a teacher but I love watching your vlogs... they me think of all the good memories of going back to school. I work in a senior living community and I love the idea of using the see-through mask and also the smile printout for my residents! Thanks for being a constant source of positivity for me!
"Be still my teacher heart!!" LOVE how your classroom turned out Kim! Your students are so lucky to have you as their teacher this year. Thank you for always inspiring me, even on my lowest days. Please do a teacher outfit video. I'm 5"0, and always looking for teacher outfits that fit my height. Have a wonderful week this week and sending lots of love your way!!
Thank you for sharing your ideas and wisdom about teaching. Teaching is very challenging but it gives us fulfillment the moment we see the product of our hardworks. I really like the design and decoration of your classroom. I am.also a teacher from Philippines.
You are sooooo right - there is no tired like teacher tired!!!! I am so happy you had a great first week of school..... I was soooo excited to see your video and see what you have been doing in this ‘new normal’ of teaching kiddos this year.... I love your classroom!!!! ❤️
I have the smile masks and I love them! All of my students are remote right now but during professional development when I was asked to present on Google Classroom, I think it helped my coworkers understand me better
I’m student interning this January and I love watching your videos! Where did you get that amazing pin?! I love how the students get the see your smile on it☺️
Love your videos, you have given me so many great ideas for my own 5th graders! Would love to see more content on what you're teaching, and how. Thanks!
Love your vlog!! You are so fun to listen to because you are so excited about everything 😊 Listening to you talk right after the first day of school was exactly like I felt the gist day on Sept 1. It is so hard to teach in a mask, you can’t get close to anyone and it is just not natural. Everything takes so much longer because of the masks! We will get through it. I am amazed how well the kids have transitioned back. They are amazing! Your outfits are so cute! Keep being who you are and have a great year!
Homework pass, line leader (that way you can write down where they were and the front of the line should make it easier), pick indoor recess activity if it’s a rainy week, treasure box (my kids teacher does this...has random little things including class supplies in a treasure box and they get to choose from it...pencils, erasers, stickers, stamps, etc)
I’m sure someone else already commented this but they have cheap microphones with speakers that clip onto your belt on amazon. I used them last year for outside activities and it actually worked incredibly well
Our district in NC bought us a really good quality web cam as well as wireless headphones with a microphone. I had been "Zooming" with students on my chrome book which was not the best quality. Now the camera is so good, I have to make sure I have plenty of makeup on! Your classroom is a beautiful place to learn! I've really enjoyed watching it come together over the past few episodes.
This was really comforting; you're so positive. I start seeing kids this week in person and have been a bit nervous; usually, I can't wait but this year is different. I hope I'm as calm and collected as you. Good luck this year!
Me a nursing major: ah yes, very helpful info. You have such a great personality for a 5th grade teacher!! I found this video by searching the trailer for the movie “A teacher” 💀 so random, and I didn’t expect to be so engaged and watch the whole video! Loved it 🤗
I haven't checked the other comments so hopefully this isn't redundant, but I'd suggest the type of microphone that has the little speaker that you wear on your body. It requires basically no set up and you can use it outside too! God bless you for a great year!
Girl, you need a mask bracket for teaching. My ability to project has increased SO much since I started wearing one. You just throw them in the dishwasher to disinfect them. I am a specialist teacher who does reading interventions, so I am mostly in the classroom doing small groups during centers...but even in that smaller space together, it is hard for the kiddos to hear (because of all the background centers noise probably), but the mask bracket helps SO SO much! Just an idea.
Love the pink tags you created for your coworkersWould you share the brand of the printer you use? The colors are very vivid. Thanks, love your personality
I’m currently working in an SXI classroom. The teacher I’m assisting wears her mask that has the clear part in it when she is doing teaching/smart board time. And then a regular mask when she is not doing “lecture” type teaching.
I totally forgot about your tapestry!! But oh, I’m gonna need one, but ahhh, I may need to order it and then hold on to it and then put it up when I want to! 😍
Here are a few rewards I use, not all are COVID cautious, but it will give you a general idea. 1. fluffy friend(they get to have a stuffed animal friend at their desk all day) 2. Shoes off all day 3. Smelly markers 4. Teacher desk 5. Silly putty 6. Fidget spinner 7. Board game with the teacher 8. Pick your classroom job 9. Extra ramp time (we do this ramps and pathways thing all year so one might not make sense 🤪) 10. Sit with a buddy at lunch Oh! And I teach second grade so the prizes might be different. Good luck! You’re doing awesome!
I should’ve mentioned this also but my team teacher gave me a mask bracket and it makes a huge difference in how hot I feel in my mask and how well the kids can hear me! They have lots of different ones you can order on Amazon and I think shipping might be a little delayed at this point but they are definitely worth checking out!
My behavior management system las year was similar to yours. This year we started all virtual, and the only reward that translated to online was a homework pass. I found a virtual rewards product on TPT that has some great ideas, most would work well for in person, as well. The product is called “Digital Coupons and Rewards” by Briana Beverly. It was so easy to use. I didn’t use the points system she has setup, but just let the kids choose any reward they want, removing any I didn’t want to use from the batch. Hope that helps.
Our first week beack to school- 104+ degrees , with masks!! (Israel). And there is nothing like the "teacher tired" you feel when first going back to school after summer break 😂
It’s so weird watching other people online and them saying things you’re familiar with like Culver’s 😂 just Midwest things!! I’d love to see a “plan with me” video. Not so much planner related but more geared towards how you plan lessons and stuff! As a new teacher, I’m having a hard time visualizing where to start 😭
Yay! Good Morning, Kim! I’m currently watching my friend Ron preach from the Moss Campus online, so I will catch up with you after the service! HUGS! 🥰 ❤️Aaron
KK Heyhey the face shield protects your eyes and stops you from touching your face, but the aerosols can just float around the open portions of the mask. For those reasons it’s not approved as a stand alone by the CDC. That said, I work in special education and we wear both a shield and a mask, as some of our students aren’t able to wear masks, so the more spit protection the better. It’s a lot !
We’re required to still wear a mask with a shield because of the CDC recommendations. I’m hoping I can find some more comfortable/breathable mask options! 😊
Love the video! How did you create the button with your picture on it? We are going back to hybrid in person on Monday after 6 weeks of virtual and I think that’s an awesome idea!
loooove that jumpsuit, the color is so pretty on you. It’s interesting your meet & greet was virtual, but students will be learning in person? Mine was virtual too, but that’s because we’re 100% online until October!
I don’t know if you have heard of “Trashcaball” or “Mathcaball”.For example you say what’s 4+1 and there’s two trash cans one says 5 and other say 3 and the student throws it a ball into the answer they think. Used it in 6th! There’s also other ways to play, that’s just the one that works the best for me!
Good luck this year!! I live in Texas, but our lights went one day too! It was 20min before dismissal, but we all stuck our heads out of the room lol it was fun for the end of our first full week!
It depends what you're considering social distancing. Mail manager files mail, secretary passes out lunch cards, etc. All students have masks on at all times, sanitize before and after passing anything out, and follow other guidelines and procedures. Our goal is to limit exposure between different students, but all of my students are in the same "cohort" meaning they all go outside and play together at recess, eat in the lunch room together, eat breakfast in the classroom, etc.
I seriously love your videos Kim they make my day and I’m not even a teacher! You are so positive! 💕 I am curious to know if you have actually looked into Starbucks and what they stand for? I know you have several other local coffee shops. Wondering if you have thought about promoting them rather than Starbucks? Just curious since you like supporting small business!
Thanks for watching! I typically don’t buy coffee “out and about” much at all because I make it at home or don’t make it at all. If I meet up with a friend for coffee (pre-pandemic), I do go to local places. I’m not sure what you mean about Starbucks and just tried doing some Googling and didn’t find much. If you have links or additional information, I’d love to read up if you’re willing to share! Thanks.
I think I may have missed something. Why is the classroom so hot? Is the AC broken? Or is it because of CDC guidelines / air circulation? Or am I completely off altogether haha?
We just don’t have air conditioning unfortunately! The beginning & end of the school year end up being very warm without it. It’s very common for schools in my area to not have A/C!
For outside, are your students okay with sitting on the grass, or do you have sit spots or tables or something? Also, does your school have any rules on paper touching? I'd love to use the ticket idea but we're supposed to wash our hands after touching anything that's "shared"
We just sit on the grass, but some classes have brought beach towels and that works too! We don’t have tables and I’m not sure how sit spots would work outside (maybe on the pavement that could work though!) We sanitize several times a day including before and after grabbing a star ticket. Sometimes I hand them out to students and sometimes they go grab one!
@@ElementaryInTheMitten okay thank you this is so helpful!!! All of the best in the coming weeks, your channel has brought me so much hope for an in-person return! (Ontario, Canada)
@@ElementaryInTheMitten wow! We had all last week for PD and prep. We only meet with our kids online for 30 minutes each day this week. I still feel like I'm not prepared. Of course, our district has been changing and updating things on a minute by minute basis. I'm glad you're enjoying being back with kids!
i know this is super late but, one: you are so stinking cute and make me so excited to finish up my degree and finally teach. and two: i am so glad that i'm not the only person that is so obsessed with diet coke that i drink it at all times of the day lol
FYI! Per the CDC, shields should be worn with masks, not by themselves unless in certain situations. My school, and many others, are following similar guidelines.😊 “Therefore, CDC does not currently recommend use of face shields as a substitute for masks. However, wearing a mask may not be feasible in every situation for some people for example, people who are deaf or hard of hearing-or those who care for or interact with a person who is hearing impaired.” www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/cloth-face-cover-guidance.html
@@HonestlyHonor In my district we are allowed to wear either.I wear when teaching and then put on a mask if in close contact with a student. I am following my district guidelines which are not the best.Thank you!!!
Hi, Michelle!! I hope your school year is off to a good start! 😊 We can only wear shields in addition to face masks for the reasons the other commenter made. Hoping I can find some more breathable face masks!
Hey you know me I was in your class last year my name starts with an I Anyway there’s enough fourth graders were you could have taught again at the school
Ok, I'm sure you've mentioned why before but I have to ask again. Why does your school not have AC?? I would die of heat overload! You know how people get "hangry" well I get that but with heat. And now with having to wear masks, I'm sure thats not easy. More power to ya for keeping a positive attitude!
A lot of places are turning off ACs to "slow the spread," esp. if the vents for every room are connected. So, instead, some teachers have recommended opening the windows and having a fan pointed at the windows for a cross-breeze.
@@Heyu7her3 That makes sense for Covid. But I'm pretty sure she's mentioned in past years that her schools have never had AC. But maybe I'm remembering wrong.
Lots of responses on this already - but yes, we’ve never had air conditioning! Lots of schools in my area don’t have it to save $$$ because it’s only really necessary for a small part of the year. We just use box fans and have the windows open until it cools down!
I definitely think you should invest in reusable cloth masks that allows you to put an extra filter on them if you don't want to use disposable masks, those are the best when it comes to protecting yourself from the virus that are not N95 or surgical masks
Also, ideas for rewards: choosing a youtube video for rainy recess or when students arrive in the morning, choosing a go noodle or just dance video, bringing slippers to class, wearing a hat in class, chewing gum in class (I've seen one teacher give her students "gum licenses"), choosing a theme dress up day, choosing a class game to play, being allowed to listen to music in class, extended recess, etc
“There’s no tired like teacher tired.”
I one hundred percent agree! I had my first week with students last week as well, I love the idea of showing a movie if you have to have indoor recess! We had a little rain last week too and fortunately by recess time it cleared up, but I’ve been trying to brainstorm what fun things to do with my kiddos if we’re stuck inside for our breaks. Thanks for all the great ideas!
I know that you were hoping to move down in grades, and I was hoping for third or second grade when I started my teaching career, but I’ve been in fifth grade for almost 9 years and I hope that you love it! The leaps and bounds that kids can make in fifth grade is amazing, and I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else - I hope you find that too!
For the mini lights where the plug is - you can overlap the cord so the lights meet the lights and use twist ties to hold it together. That way the light continues. It adds a bit of wire bulk, but would stand out less.
Ugh, loved this vlog so much Kim! I can’t wait to see you rock 5th grade this year 💗
You are the sweetest. 🥺 Love you dearly, Shakira!! 💛💛
Not a teacher but I love watching your vlogs... they me think of all the good memories of going back to school. I work in a senior living community and I love the idea of using the see-through mask and also the smile printout for my residents! Thanks for being a constant source of positivity for me!
"Be still my teacher heart!!" LOVE how your classroom turned out Kim! Your students are so lucky to have you as their teacher this year. Thank you for always inspiring me, even on my lowest days. Please do a teacher outfit video. I'm 5"0, and always looking for teacher outfits that fit my height. Have a wonderful week this week and sending lots of love your way!!
That romper is so cute! Also, Culvers is such a Midwest restaurant 😂 Loved this vlog Kim!
You are the sweetest! I didn’t think of Culvers being a midwest place but that totally makes sense!!! Love me some Wisconsin cheese curds 🤤
we have culver’s in the southeast of the usa
Thank you for sharing your ideas and wisdom about teaching. Teaching is very challenging but it gives us fulfillment the moment we see the product of our hardworks. I really like the design and decoration of your classroom. I am.also a teacher from Philippines.
This is so cute! I love how you’re so positive throughout this unfortunate situation
10:42 - 11:00 is appreciated and accommodating because there are people who choose to / need to read lips due to hearing impairments, etc.
So glad you had a good first week back! We go back in person in a couple weeks, I’m so grateful to have your helpful hints for going back in person!
I love your idea about eraser club. I bought a bunch of those erasers too, but I have only used the once during a math night.😀
You are sooooo right - there is no tired like teacher tired!!!! I am so happy you had a great first week of school..... I was soooo excited to see your video and see what you have been doing in this ‘new normal’ of teaching kiddos this year.... I love your classroom!!!! ❤️
Thank you, Jenny! 💛
I love how your always happy in your vlogs
I love the pin and cut out smile. Such a cute idea. I miss not being able to share a smile.
OMG, I am also in west Michigan too! Well, I'm teacher assisting now but that's so cool to meet a fellow teacher/Michigander!
22:29 - 22:34 a 3-day week, followed by a 4-day week, then a 5-day week was how my college started every year; it's muy bueno!
I have the smile masks and I love them! All of my students are remote right now but during professional development when I was asked to present on Google Classroom, I think it helped my coworkers understand me better
I’m student interning this January and I love watching your videos! Where did you get that amazing pin?! I love how the students get the see your smile on it☺️
Okay I’m obsessed with your new classroom 😍 You’re going to crush it in 5th!!
You are so sweet. 🥺 Thank you, May!! 💛
Love your videos, you have given me so many great ideas for my own 5th graders! Would love to see more content on what you're teaching, and how. Thanks!
Happy first week of 5th grade!!!!! Some very very very lucky students. Loved the video!
You’re the best. Thank you, Kyle!! 🥰🥳🥳
I would use google meet instead of google hangout next time. So excited for your first week have a great school year!!
They're actually the same thing now so I use those terms synonymously! They've merged into one. Thank you!!
Love your vlog!! You are so fun to listen to because you are so excited about everything 😊
Listening to you talk right after the first day of school was exactly like I felt the gist day on Sept 1. It is so hard to teach in a mask, you can’t get close to anyone and it is just not natural. Everything takes so much longer because of the masks! We will get through it. I am amazed how well the kids have transitioned back. They are amazing! Your outfits are so cute! Keep being who you are and have a great year!
You are A M A Z I N G! So so proud of you!!! ❤️❤️❤️ Thanks for bringing us along this week 😊
You are the sweetest ever. Love you, friend!! 💛
Homework pass, line leader (that way you can write down where they were and the front of the line should make it easier), pick indoor recess activity if it’s a rainy week, treasure box (my kids teacher does this...has random little things including class supplies in a treasure box and they get to choose from it...pencils, erasers, stickers, stamps, etc)
I’m sure someone else already commented this but they have cheap microphones with speakers that clip onto your belt on amazon. I used them last year for outside activities and it actually worked incredibly well
Our district in NC bought us a really good quality web cam as well as wireless headphones with a microphone. I had been "Zooming" with students on my chrome book which was not the best quality. Now the camera is so good, I have to make sure I have plenty of makeup on! Your classroom is a beautiful place to learn! I've really enjoyed watching it come together over the past few episodes.
Haha that’s awesome!! 😂 Thank you, Marie!!
I love your energy!!! I’m sure your students love you!
You make me so excited for going back to the classroom!! 💕
This was really comforting; you're so positive. I start seeing kids this week in person and have been a bit nervous; usually, I can't wait but this year is different. I hope I'm as calm and collected as you. Good luck this year!
Happy first week!! Love your videos! Can you please share a link for that new tri color water bottle? It’s adorable!
Me a nursing major: ah yes, very helpful info.
You have such a great personality for a 5th grade teacher!! I found this video by searching the trailer for the movie “A teacher” 💀 so random, and I didn’t expect to be so engaged and watch the whole video! Loved it 🤗
You are so sweet. Thank you for watching!! :)
I haven't checked the other comments so hopefully this isn't redundant, but I'd suggest the type of microphone that has the little speaker that you wear on your body. It requires basically no set up and you can use it outside too! God bless you for a great year!
Girl, you need a mask bracket for teaching. My ability to project has increased SO much since I started wearing one. You just throw them in the dishwasher to disinfect them. I am a specialist teacher who does reading interventions, so I am mostly in the classroom doing small groups during centers...but even in that smaller space together, it is hard for the kiddos to hear (because of all the background centers noise probably), but the mask bracket helps SO SO much! Just an idea.
Love the pink tags you created for your coworkersWould you share the brand of the printer you use? The colors are very vivid. Thanks, love your personality
I’m currently working in an SXI classroom. The teacher I’m assisting wears her mask that has the clear part in it when she is doing teaching/smart board time. And then a regular mask when she is not doing “lecture” type teaching.
Could you do a video on how you have your Cricut cut things out and how you make things like tags on your Cricut
Huge Crime Junkies fan! Her president one is great too!
I totally forgot about your tapestry!! But oh, I’m gonna need one, but ahhh, I may need to order it and then hold on to it and then put it up when I want to! 😍
Here are a few rewards I use, not all are COVID cautious, but it will give you a general idea. 1. fluffy friend(they get to have a stuffed animal friend at their desk all day) 2. Shoes off all day 3. Smelly markers 4. Teacher desk 5. Silly putty 6. Fidget spinner 7. Board game with the teacher 8. Pick your classroom job 9. Extra ramp time (we do this ramps and pathways thing all year so one might not make sense 🤪) 10. Sit with a buddy at lunch
Oh! And I teach second grade so the prizes might be different. Good luck! You’re doing awesome!
I should’ve mentioned this also but my team teacher gave me a mask bracket and it makes a huge difference in how hot I feel in my mask and how well the kids can hear me! They have lots of different ones you can order on Amazon and I think shipping might be a little delayed at this point but they are definitely worth checking out!
My behavior management system las year was similar to yours. This year we started all virtual, and the only reward that translated to online was a homework pass. I found a virtual rewards product on TPT that has some great ideas, most would work well for in person, as well. The product is called “Digital Coupons and Rewards” by Briana Beverly. It was so easy to use. I didn’t use the points system she has setup, but just let the kids choose any reward they want, removing any I didn’t want to use from the batch. Hope that helps.
Do you put the letter labels on the books that are in in the bins or just on the ones on the middle book shelf??
You make me want a cricut and I need to know how to use it before I impulse buy haha ..
Our first week beack to school- 104+ degrees , with masks!! (Israel). And there is nothing like the "teacher tired" you feel when first going back to school after summer break 😂
It’s so weird watching other people online and them saying things you’re familiar with like Culver’s 😂 just Midwest things!! I’d love to see a “plan with me” video. Not so much planner related but more geared towards how you plan lessons and stuff! As a new teacher, I’m having a hard time visualizing where to start 😭
Hahahaha yessss Culvers is the best. 😋 Also I love that idea!!
Have a great second week.
Yay! Good Morning, Kim! I’m currently watching my friend Ron preach from the Moss Campus online, so I will catch up with you after the service! HUGS! 🥰 ❤️Aaron
We started back in August. I have gotten use to the mask, but it’s hot. Good luck!
100% recommend getting a face shield. It straps around your head, but it'll make your life so much easier!! Good luck this year hon!!💗💗
KK Heyhey the face shield protects your eyes and stops you from touching your face, but the aerosols can just float around the open portions of the mask. For those reasons it’s not approved as a stand alone by the CDC. That said, I work in special education and we wear both a shield and a mask, as some of our students aren’t able to wear masks, so the more spit protection the better. It’s a lot !
We’re required to still wear a mask with a shield because of the CDC recommendations. I’m hoping I can find some more comfortable/breathable mask options! 😊
Elementary In The Mitten darn! Best of luck sweetie!💗💗
Just found crime junkies like 2 weeks ago and I’m loving them!
Love the video! How did you create the button with your picture on it? We are going back to hybrid in person on Monday after 6 weeks of virtual and I think that’s an awesome idea!
I just put text over a picture of myself on Powerpoint, printed it out, cut it out, then stuck.a safety pin to the back! :)
loooove that jumpsuit, the color is so pretty on you. It’s interesting your meet & greet was virtual, but students will be learning in person? Mine was virtual too, but that’s because we’re 100% online until October!
Ugh you just explained it 🤦♀️ I need to wait til the end of videos to comment 😂
Thank you, Halle! Also I totally do the same thing!! 😂
I don’t know if you have heard of “Trashcaball” or “Mathcaball”.For example you say what’s 4+1 and there’s two trash cans one says 5 and other say 3 and the student throws it a ball into the answer they think. Used it in 6th! There’s also other ways to play, that’s just the one that works the best for me!
Yes, my previous 4th graders loved that game too. It’s a lot of fun!! 😊
:)
I have the exact same jumpsuit!
My mom has the same backpack from amazon
Your door looks great!
Thank you!!! 🥰
Good luck this year!! I live in Texas, but our lights went one day too! It was 20min before dismissal, but we all stuck our heads out of the room lol it was fun for the end of our first full week!
Thank you, Zeina! That is crazy that your power was out too!!!
Great video! Do your classroom jobs compromise social distancing?
It depends what you're considering social distancing. Mail manager files mail, secretary passes out lunch cards, etc. All students have masks on at all times, sanitize before and after passing anything out, and follow other guidelines and procedures. Our goal is to limit exposure between different students, but all of my students are in the same "cohort" meaning they all go outside and play together at recess, eat in the lunch room together, eat breakfast in the classroom, etc.
I seriously love your videos Kim they make my day and I’m not even a teacher! You are so positive! 💕
I am curious to know if you have actually looked into Starbucks and what they stand for? I know you have several other local coffee shops. Wondering if you have thought about promoting them rather than Starbucks? Just curious since you like supporting small business!
Thanks for watching! I typically don’t buy coffee “out and about” much at all because I make it at home or don’t make it at all. If I meet up with a friend for coffee (pre-pandemic), I do go to local places. I’m not sure what you mean about Starbucks and just tried doing some Googling and didn’t find much. If you have links or additional information, I’d love to read up if you’re willing to share! Thanks.
How are you facilitating your turn and talks this year?
You can Make a Google classroom and put the link in there
What are YOUR favorite TH-cam channels/videos to watch?! I’d love to know 😭💓
I think I may have missed something. Why is the classroom so hot? Is the AC broken? Or is it because of CDC guidelines / air circulation? Or am I completely off altogether haha?
We just don’t have air conditioning unfortunately! The beginning & end of the school year end up being very warm without it. It’s very common for schools in my area to not have A/C!
I have the same birthday as your hubby 😊😊
Happy belated birthday!! 💛
For outside, are your students okay with sitting on the grass, or do you have sit spots or tables or something? Also, does your school have any rules on paper touching? I'd love to use the ticket idea but we're supposed to wash our hands after touching anything that's "shared"
We just sit on the grass, but some classes have brought beach towels and that works too! We don’t have tables and I’m not sure how sit spots would work outside (maybe on the pavement that could work though!) We sanitize several times a day including before and after grabbing a star ticket. Sometimes I hand them out to students and sometimes they go grab one!
@@ElementaryInTheMitten okay thank you this is so helpful!!! All of the best in the coming weeks, your channel has brought me so much hope for an in-person return! (Ontario, Canada)
I got those shoes. I can’t believe they went down to $9!
I live in west Michigan- 😳😳
Do you only get one contract day of PD before kids come?
Yeah, our contract hours start the day before school starts. Every district is a little different! 😊
@@ElementaryInTheMitten wow! We had all last week for PD and prep. We only meet with our kids online for 30 minutes each day this week. I still feel like I'm not prepared. Of course, our district has been changing and updating things on a minute by minute basis. I'm glad you're enjoying being back with kids!
i know this is super late but, one: you are so stinking cute and make me so excited to finish up my degree and finally teach. and two: i am so glad that i'm not the only person that is so obsessed with diet coke that i drink it at all times of the day lol
Hey Kim, can you wear a shield instead of a mask? I wear a shield when teaching and a mask other times.
FYI! Per the CDC, shields should be worn with masks, not by themselves unless in certain situations. My school, and many others, are following similar guidelines.😊 “Therefore, CDC does not currently recommend use of face shields as a substitute for masks. However, wearing a mask may not be feasible in every situation for some people for example, people who are deaf or hard of hearing-or those who care for or interact with a person who is hearing impaired.”
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/cloth-face-cover-guidance.html
@@HonestlyHonor In my district we are allowed to wear either.I wear when teaching and then put on a mask if in close contact with a student. I am following my district guidelines which are not the best.Thank you!!!
Hi, Michelle!! I hope your school year is off to a good start! 😊 We can only wear shields in addition to face masks for the reasons the other commenter made. Hoping I can find some more breathable face masks!
@@ElementaryInTheMitten Bless you!!!
I want mom to make me some wood shower art lol
Hahha you could totally make it yourself! It was pretty easy!
Hey you know me I was in your class last year my name starts with an I Anyway there’s enough fourth graders were you could have taught again at the school
CULVERS 😍😍😍😍
Hahahaha same! 🤤
Ok, I'm sure you've mentioned why before but I have to ask again. Why does your school not have AC?? I would die of heat overload! You know how people get "hangry" well I get that but with heat. And now with having to wear masks, I'm sure thats not easy. More power to ya for keeping a positive attitude!
A lot of places are turning off ACs to "slow the spread," esp. if the vents for every room are connected. So, instead, some teachers have recommended opening the windows and having a fan pointed at the windows for a cross-breeze.
@@Heyu7her3 That makes sense for Covid. But I'm pretty sure she's mentioned in past years that her schools have never had AC. But maybe I'm remembering wrong.
I’m with ya! I’m in MA and not many schools here have AC
BeautyTutor you’re right! Her school last year didn’t have AC either, even before COVID
Lots of responses on this already - but yes, we’ve never had air conditioning! Lots of schools in my area don’t have it to save $$$ because it’s only really necessary for a small part of the year. We just use box fans and have the windows open until it cools down!
Ideas for rewards: pick a spirit day, pick a song for warm-up/breakfast time, choose a class read-aloud, choose their next classroom job
That mask is nice
Thank you, Ben!
My students love stinky feet day (no shoes for a day)
I definitely think you should invest in reusable cloth masks that allows you to put an extra filter on them if you don't want to use disposable masks, those are the best when it comes to protecting yourself from the virus that are not N95 or surgical masks