Parents and kids look for the best deals as they stock up on notebooks, folders, pencils, and the latest fashions. However, students are not the only ones doing back-to-school shopping. Teachers have a back to school list, too. Teachers have to plan ahead and be prepared for the new school year way before the first class even begins.
- Decorate the walls. Teachers have to set up new bulletin boards. At the very least, teachers' back-to-school list should include bulletin board border. Pre-cut letters will make great eye catching headings and age-appropriate posters can help freshen up old bare classroom walls. Make sure to leave room to show off student work, though!
- Clean up the classroom. Disinfectant wipes are a must have. Desks might need to be wiped down. Dusty cabinets or shelves may need a touch up. Hand sanitizerwill help keep germs away. Teachers should start stocking up on tissue for runny noses and paper towels for spills.
- Stock the library. Most teachers have an in-class library with grade-appropriate books. Some teachers have a collection that has built up over time, but new teachers might want to aska local library or their school if there are any programs that donate books to teachers.
- Get supplies. Teachingneeds differ from classroom to classroom. Teachers may need to make sure they have plenty of copier paper, computer toner, red pens, white-out, chalk, overhead transparencies, staples, a hole puncher, paper clips, roll books, and/or teaching supplemental books. Reading teachers might want to look for supplemental activities that include high interest stories to motivate their students. Meanwhile, math teachers might want some hands-on manipulatives to illustrate math concepts to motivate their students....
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Author: Sarah Richard