Classroom Environment

I try to create an environment where students have the safety and freedom to inquire into the world in a meaningful way. 

 
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Emotional well-being

From the first day I want the students to know that I care about their needs, worries and interests.

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Clear expectations

From the start of the year onward, I want our community of learners to have the security of knowing that all of our expectations are going to be created together. We will grow and learn as a team! 

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Flexible Seating

I try to encourage students to use all of the areas of the classroom which might enhance their learning experience.

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Classroom Community

In our classroom we take the time to help each other inquire and grow together. We support one another and use our strengths raise everyone up 

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The real world

We use what we discover in the classroom to try an impact the world around us. For example, taking a day to pick up litter in our larger community.

I realized if you can change a classroom, you can change a community, and if you change enough communities you can change the world.
— Erin Gruwell