Class Connect

Ok found this new site that will allow me to post things we are doing in class, live lectures, videos, forums (chatroom), and more. In order for you to accesss it you need to log in with  my class code. This is a FREE site so no charges. Also if you are the student please get your parent's permission.

I am hoping that this makes what I am doing in the classroom more transparent (you are able to see at home). It says that if students have trouble with concept at home they can view the materials done in class (websites, documents, and videos used) to review or go over the information again.

As I get to know this program I will add more. Right now I have a forum up for rules and book recommendations. Please check this site out and I hope it turns out to be as great as I have seen it be used!

site: Class Connect
class code: b43f330c69

First week of School

Well it was a very busy week. I had all of my students all week and had 100% attendance!!! I didn't get ot finish setting up my class even after staying most nights to 6pm. I have Parent Orientation on Tuesday night so I hope I can finish most things by then.

I found a new way of getting in touch with students called Remind 101 that I am going to try if it is ok with the admin at school. It will allow me to send text messages to parents without me seeing their phone number or their seeing mine so I can send from my cell phone! To cool since sometimes I do work at home or forget to call parents before leaving and this way I can send a quick message like I will call you tomorrow or remind them of things like Parent Orientation.

Meet the Teacher~

I am still in the process of unpacking my stuff from the building (also moving it). I am pretty sure most of it will be ready for Friday when students come in to drop off stuff and meet me. I got my class list today! I am so excited to meet my new students and the students who were randomly put in my room from last year in 2nd. I am excited to work with them again this year and I have lots of new things planned so they won't be bored or feel like they did the same things.

If you are in my class and are reading my blog please leave a comment! I also have a poll going so vote for your choice.

Western theme stuff

Business cards (old and new), name badge (old, put in clip to wear for first day, first week bookmark, first day/important info bookmark, Parent Inventory, messenger and library passes. The old stuff was using Creative Delights Cowgirl/Cowboy kit and new stuff is using Yeehaw by One Scrappy Site (only $1.50!)

Signs made from ideas off of pinterest

I made several out of scrapbook kits that I have. I am not done with the IN OUR CLASS poster. I am debating whether to make all same font and make certain words a different font/color/size. This is it for now. Tomorrow I have retreat for school and will be at school setting up room. I will make more as I get time.

Sign is done!!!

Here is the final result. I used nails that were too long so I had to bend them in the back. I will have to probably cover the end so not sharp but oh well they were the only ones I had! I will also need to add a few more rocks since the sign is heaver than I thought. Just a few to keep it upright rather than leaning against the back of the sign. What do you think of the We are at? The silver was too light so I went over it in blue metallic. I am not so sure about it. I may repaint and write in brown paint.

Sign almost done part 2

Ok all parts painted I just need to nail together. I laid it out so you can see how it will look. I turned out pretty good if I say so myself!!!

Pricing:
paints 4 colors ranging from $0.67 to $1.20                   so lets say $5
wood sign large                                                                               $10
small wood sign                                                                               $1
painter tape                                                                                       $6
tin can     (on sale)                                                                            $4
flowers $1.99 each (on sale but don't remember price)                 $4
stake                                                                                                  $1
metallic pens (which bought for class)                                             $5
rocks  (to put in can)                                                                         $2
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total                                                                                     around $40

alot of this can be reused so while a little expensive not really since I will use them for another project