We started the school year fully virtual and that was hard. The plan was a virtual start until October 9th, that would allow for a holiday weekend spike to decrease before returning to the classroom in a hybrid model. Well numbers were better than that so with about a week's notice we are moving to our hybrid model (which will also be hard)! I can't lie, the exposure make me a little nervous but I am SOOOO excited to be teaching with children in the classroom again. I can actually show and help kids with the tech issues that plague our virtual days. We can build relationships in a different way while keeping 6 feet apart. Our students will be returning to school on a Cohort A/B 4 day week model. During their "off" days, they will follow a schedule with a mix of asynchronous/synchronous learning through Zoom, Schoology, and the Seesaw Learning app. Our 5th day will be a whole class virtual day with the opportunity for asynchronous learning in the afternoon so teachers can plan the materials needed for both OR work with small groups virtually. So with all that being said.... there are some things that I have ready in my room to make our days (hopefully) a little easier. I hope these things can help you too! Hand Washing Timer
Desk Spots
Mask LanyardsWe will be wearing masks most of the day, but mask lanyards are helpful when we take mask breaks or during snack/lunch. It keeps the mask near by without touching contaminated surfaces, getting lost, or let's be honest without going in the toilet or on the floor! Extra disposable children's masks are also a must, masks will get wet or ruined and extra masks will definitely be needed.
Spill Proof Water BottlesWe said goodbye to water fountains around our school and I bet you did too. I asked parents to send students in with a spill proof water bottle (with their name written somewhere on it). The spill proof hopefully stops the water spilling throughout the school bag, lunch box, or all over the floor. TEACHER TRICK: Keep the water bottle in a cubby or school bag because the more they drink at their desk (simply because they can) the more they need the bathroom. Individual Book Bins
Individual Math Tool Kits
School Supplies
Classroom CleaningIs your school using a fogger? We are. The fogger is a disinfectant spray that will clean every touch surface around the room and throughout the building. This is GREAT, but will ruin our classroom library or any hanging paper. We were also told it will leave spots or a film on surfaces. I want the clean but still want my classroom to feel like a classroom. Hello shower curtain liners!
This was my set up while I was teaching from school in the virtual format. I heard you can drop the liners in the dryer for 20 seconds and all the lines will come right out I just haven't gotten to that level of spare time yet.
It goes without saying that you will need hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes, and soap (if you have sink access). These are great Amazon Wish List items for families that want to help. I recommended families get a mask lanyard for their child, pack an extra mask, and attach a personal hand sanitizer to their child's school bag or lunch box. Learning Expectations
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