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Sunday, August 7, 2011

New class

I mentioned in my previous post that I would have to get creative with the space in my 2nd classroom.

For those of you that don't know, this coming year I will be working out of 2 buildings. I will teach (I don't know the grade yet) ELL in my home school and  K and 1st ELL in my second school.

Anyway, I went into my 2nd school yesterday and I got to see my new space. I was expecting a small space. I am used to small spaces. I have learned to adapt and become very creative with small spaces. Although this new space is definitely a new challenge for me. Let me just say it is an odd shape.
This is the view from one of my doors.
 Here is the view from my sink. 
I get a sink!!!
 Here is the view from the cabinets.
 Here is the view from the door on the opposite side.
 I have 1 of these bulletin boards, and I am working on getting a second.

I am also going to swap out the kidney table for two small rectangular tables. I can get more kids in that way. I teach small groups of children but I still like everyone to have their own space. I will put those tables in an L shape, like my teacher desk and guided reading area in my home school. I think that is my new favorite placement for tables.

I will use the two big closet doors for my word wall. The closet is not storage, it is an electrical closet. :/ I will use the bottom shelves of the the shelving unit for my reading center. The top will be used for teacher storage. I am not sure where I am going to put my whole group teaching area. I will have to spend more time in the room to get a feel for it. 

I will post more when I spend more time in the room. I should have an update on Monday or Tuesday.

I'd love to hear your thoughts and comments!

6 comments:

  1. I love new spaces and the fun challenges they give you. I'm sure you will make it adorable:)
    Quick question...I just got my 3 ELL student Thursday...but unlike the others she speaks no English. Do you have any quick references/websites for a child from Hungary? I just finished my ELL certification (thank the Lord) but thouht you might have some quick advise:)
    tara.eiken1@gmail.com

    4th Grade Frolics

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  2. How exciting (and expensive to decorate 2 spaces! Is that a bathtub in the hallway? Can't wait to see your pictures in a few days!
    Kimberly
    Funky First Grade Fun

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  3. Wow you are going to have to get creative! I know you are up for the challenge though! How is you day divided up between the two schools? Also how do you put your donors choose project on the side of your blog? Hope you have a wonderful day!
    Rambling About Reading

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  4. How are you able to teach at two schools simultaneously?

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  5. Tara, I've never had any students from Hungary, but my number one thing I always tell other teachers is to take pictures of everything and use them daily. Feel free to email me if you have questions.

    Kimberly, yes that is a bathtub in the hallway. There are several in the building. I will ask what they use them for when I meet a few more teachers.

    Jess, & Just Mu Life, I will spend my morning (8:20-11:00) at one school and the afternoon (11:20-3:40) at my home school.

    Jess, email me at msk1ell(at)gmail(dot)com and I will send you instructions for posting a DC button on your blog.

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  6. Your school has given you great furniture. I don't see any windows though. I once had to make a bulletin board that looked like a window. You have a great start on your room.

    www.strengthtoteach.blogspot.com

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