Classroom Setup Day 1 | Falling in Love With Teaching Again VLOG 18

[@carlynalepa406]

You started in the classroom the same year I did and we took a break at the same time and to my surprise we are back this year, too!!!! I don’t know you but I feel like we are on this journey together. You have been a big inspiration to me!!

[@dcthomas99]

The first day is always like that. I spend half the first day just standing in the middle staring and brainstorming all the different ways I could move things around! The black with the rainbow colors is 🔥!

[@madisoncarlsson6351]

Michelle I am so happy to see you back in the classroom ❤🎉❤🎉

[@wfurlong1]

Been a long time watcher and I’m so excited for this content to be back! Also day in the life content!

[@nikkicarden5919]

So excited to see the progress. I started rewatching the other classroom set-up vlogs too! So nice to see you back in the classroom ❤️ x

[@DianaGarcia-n9b]

What I’ve done with cutting felt is, I use chalk and make a line to cut where I need to. Just a little tip from a retired teacher of 36 years. Have a wonderful year.

[@dmbalsam]

Just putting up that 10’ bulletin board is an accomplishment.

[@caracaplinger1860]

YES!

[@kate_700]

The students you will teach this year are majorly blessed to have you as their teacher, as are their parents. You’re truly incredible.

[@pamsteckman698]

The first day is never as productive as we anticipated in our mind. I had to move classrooms and I dropped stuff off yesterday, teachers start tomorrow. My mind is all over the place as to how I want to set it up! lol

[@magdalenamason7750]

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[@veram8547]

Best wishes

[@kaylayoungblood9577]

Are you doing other classroom setup

[@yamilethlonu3691]

Don't be so hard on yourself Michelle. You did a lot, and your classroom is looking really nice already! Give yourself the credit you deserve!

[@rinawalter5402]

In awe of your stamina and what you did on Day 1. Your passion is evident. I am sooo happy to see back in your element. Always remember to breath and if it doesn’t get completed today there is always tomorrow❤❤❤

[@catworld8119]

*breathE" the physical act of taking air in and pushing it out breath- the air you push out

[@Sarahr98998]

That was amazing progress for Day 1! Excited to continue watching the set up!

[@colleenspillers4547]

You have SUCH great storage/cabinets in your room. I love the simplicity of your decorations, Black/white/bright colors. Not over cluttered. Looks great so far! Welcome back!

[@jessicagauwitz9374]

Excited to see more setup videos! You got a lot done in one day! It just always feels like there is so much more to do.

[@djthereplay]

0:16 - 0:23 Here's to you Michelle. More proof of how things in life can change in a second. Also, you're probably not the only teacher burning up right now. Some way or another you always make a way to power through things and that's what makes you successful in the end. - Dwight

[@sydniaunderwood2000]

I just finished my room other than a few sit down organization projects. Love the progress so far.

[@jackier143]

Your classroom is taking shape! Love the rainbow accents against the black and how hard you are working to set up a fun and effective learning environment for your students. You have such high standards for yourself, but after rewatching some of your old videos recently, you can see how far you've come in practicing grace and perspective. Excited to follow along on this journey with you!

[@michellemp1626]

You rocked it, Michelle!!

[@sherrifry521]

Day 1 of classroom setup is always WTF! You did an awesome job! I'll be on day 5 of classroom setup on Monday the 5th. Usually my district doesn't give us the extended time in our rooms. But our entire school was painted over the summer so we had to take everything down and move all furniture too the center of the room. A lot of work but I kinda appreciate the fresh start!

[@thefactoryratgenius4659]

I like the black with the bright colors. So pretty and crisp

[@Niema.A]

I love that you’re back to teaching. I started watching you in college and you were super inspirational. Going into my third year; my first two years were really hard. This series is giving me hope again. A little nervous and I don’t really have much money to get my classroom together, but there’s still so much left from the previous teacher, and I believe a little organization and declutter will do a world of wonders. Prayerfully this is a better year!

[@yankamis]

Omg, the shelf in the tall closet from your tour video... I think goes where you said, oh I want another shelf in here (7:34) your room is getting off to a GREAT start! Love your content!

[@jackalex]

O-M-G! It’s here! 🎉 Thank you so much for bringing us along with you in this journey! 🤍

[@nancywilliams6777]

You got a ton done by any reasonable person’s standard. Getting the bulletin boards done takes a long time. You have book bins everywhere, rug and shelves in place. It’s looking awesome!

[@Dayswalters1]

My first day is usually spent just figuring out where I want furniture and then staring at it for a while😂 This year I cleaned out cabinets so I could better organize my materials and manipulatives because I wanted them to be more accessible in a pinch. It’s been a long few days but the results are worth it.

[@hannahandrews9047]

I have been teaching for 23 years, and my school/curriculum is nothing like yours, so my classroom set up will be very different, yet I enjoy watching your videos. Your tech videos help me, as I am old enough to not like tech in my room, yet your explanations really help me learn how to apply it. And this series, with you setting up your classroom, is fun to watch, as I've always wondered how other people go through the process of creating their classrooms. I look forward to the rest of your videos in this series!

[@MichelleGayscienceteacher]

So happy you are back in the classroom. Your students are blessed to have you as a teacher. Have an amazing year!!

[@loribslittlelife7957]

Empty boxes are always a sign of progress!

[@TeachingwithTemplates]

You did a ton! Very impressed. And you found time to workout! Go you!

[@Msineedtoupload]

Michelle you got so much done! You are amazing, strong, and so talented at what you do. I love watching your process. You are amazingly organized and that inspires me because I struggle with organization in my classroom. Best wishes to you as you approach back-to-school time!

[@mary-ashleythies1677]

MICHELLE you accomplished so much. Amazing job!! Love seeing you back in the classroom!

[@patti5874]

Thank you! I feel much better about the progress I have been making in my classroom. I love the lights, the large labels and rug! Well done!

[@amandawilkins8403]

Happy Thursday, Michelle! I felt such joy watching this vlog because you showed a realistic representation of setting up a classroom, using trial and error to find what works best. I definitely agree with your sentiment that the setup process takes time, especially the bulletin boards. I think everything looks really nice; the colors on the bins are so bright and colorful! Best wishes as you continue to set up! 💜

[@jlanspery]

I've never clicked on a video of yours faster! I am so happy to see you back in your classroom! Best of luck for the 2024-2025 school year!

[@ellen3131]

Don't be so hard on yourself, you got heaps done! Looking great already.

[@teresafavors9148]

Yeah!!!! So glad to see you happy. Have an amazing school year!❤

[@victoriaLL345]

Looks great! Coming along fairly quickly.

[@marisakeith]

The bright colors on the black background make my teacher heart so happy!

[@mollymiccee]

I started on Thursday and purchased 2 king size sheets to start covering the walls. Those two only covered an 1/6th of what I needed to! 3 of 4 walls are head to toe bulletin board material and they're not in great shape, so covering it all is a must. It's a lot of work for one person.

[@amberbrillhart4744]

This is the day I have been waiting for! I LOVE your organization and all that you do!!!!! Thank you for sharing! I wish you an amazing year back in! I love teaching 90% of the time...haha but setting up and starting fresh is the best!

[@tiny.terrorist.negotiator]

I started setting up my room yesterday in between tutoring appointments. I managed to clean the chalk board and put a border around it 😂 I have SO much to do!

[@cathycavazos8639]

I think you got a LOT done on the first day! Good job!

[@warriors1erwin]

Lovee your Office tee shirt! ❤ excited to see your finished classroom!

[@charliwutzler3656]

I got that same office chair for my room this year, and it's wonderful! I hope you love it! 😊

[@melaniefarrow7152]

You did soo much! I am going in today to assemble the new couch for my classroom. That's my goal, one job. Wish me luck.

[@srhgynr7123]

Looks great! I think you could use that kidney table as a desk with that bookshelf right there!

[@christiancaratachea2098]

This is what I was waiting for!!! I missed the one hour classroom setups. I’m so excited

[@mysticalsky6279]

That looked like a major workout in itself! Great job Michelle!!

[@kassiebartow755]

I wish I could set up teacher's classrooms for a living! 😂 I'm not a teacher but classroom vlogs are so cozy/comforting to watch for some reason. Maybe because I loved my teachers at this age. Your new kids will be so lucky to have you! Congrats on heading back to the classroom!!

[@madisoncarlsson6351]

@@kassiebartow755 I love everything you have said

[@eteresa3598]

I tried to hire a classroom designer and it was too expensive

[@kassiebartow755]

@@eteresa3598 that's too bad. 😞 I didn't even know there was such a job!

[@pinkcupcake613]

I had a teacher for 5th/6th split and for the summer between 5/6 and the summer before I started 7th grade I helped her out when she was setting up her classroom. I’m not a teacher either but watching classroom set up vlogs reminds me of those summers and how great that teacher was.

[@Heyu7her3]

We'd rather someone keep it organized/ maintained

[@dhines3804]

So exciting to watch you as you head back to teaching! I've been a subscriber from the beginning - when you would do videos sitting on your floor at home. I retired at the end of last year, so no classroom set up for me this year! (I have to say I have mixed feelings watching you as you set up your new room!) I'm looking forward to seeing how your year progresses - good luck!

[@maricarmen3212]

I am so happy to see you back, You are such an amazing person, you inspire me a lot. Welcome back Michelle. 💕

[@itsallelementary9082]

I always feel a little “all over the place” the first few days of setup. I think it’s totally normal!! You’re making great progress!! I always feel better once I get my furniture & desks in position. Everything else starts to fall into place.

[@Thealaskanteacher]

Ahhhh so excited for this video. You got so much done! Can’t wait to keep following along. I loved the positive self talk while you were cutting the bulletin board fabric. ❣️

[@JamieB2357]

I was so excited to watch this video and loved it! Excited to see the rest of your classroom set up videos!

[@anakarend.4682]

So glad you're back in the classroom! Can't wait to see your other videos :)

[@bribarone7493]

This is looking awesome so far!

[@peytoncook4986]

So dang excited for this!!!!❤

[@leeannparis-robles602]

I really love your enthusiasm and positive outlook. If I had known before your video that you did not have a staple gun, I would have sent that to you. Heavy-duty staples work well with fabric and the Better than Paper bulletin board product.

[@SaRo-r8j]

Wow don’t be so hard on yourself. Love the bolds colors, the graphic labeling and that black felt fabric & rug just made evening stand out. I see it as a great start.

[@LindaSevers]

A rotary cutter might work on the bulletin board?

[@audrag77]

How exciting! I always started with the walls then furniture because I would change the layout multiple times 😂❤ Can’t wait to see the finished room.

[@caracaplinger1860]

This is exactly what the inside of a new classroom setup looks like! All the little things that don't go according to plan, take up so much time and those darn STAPLERS don't last long for me!

[@ericah4232]

So excited for this new content!!!!!

[@carlihbeecampanalapinig8096]

Awwww you are back! I am so happy!

[@thekristenhawkins]

With the corrugated cardboard boarder, I use very thin pin nails that come in various colors because the staples smash the border and trying to use double-sided tape also smashes it. Hope this helps. Love the series!

[@johnlopez3996]

I try to divide my classroom into quadrants and work on each section to prevent feeling overwhelmed. When I first started teaching back in 1992, I drove a motorcycle and could not carry any supplies. The other reason is that I had on $71 to my name. I was so poor that I could not afford the o and r, so I really was a PO teacher. Your classroom is coming along very well.

[@ashleyleaphart1959]

I’ve missed your classroom vlogs! I’m so excited to see you back in the classroom! I also have to know where you got your shirt! I am a huge fan of The Office too! ❤

[@bethanietait4565]

In the future, use white chalk to outline the edge of the felt! Then cut on the line. Saves me loads of time!

[@krazy4kindergarten679]

I have a bulletin board like that and found that the best thing to use are those long sewing T pins. They hold great!

[@dmarshall49]

Love it! You got way more done the first day than I usually do!!! I love the book bin colors!!! And those string lights!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@lisasavage8355]

Your classroom looks great so far!

[@karenkollmer]

You can use a fabric cutting device that rolls. I bring mine in a lot. But have used a scalpel as well when things fail. 🤣. Just hold the fabric when you slide across.

[@russellpalatiere8852]

Your first day setting up seems to be a big success. I can imaging the mind being all over the place as you begin laying out your classroom. It can be hard to fully layout a room when you don’t have the one big item aka your teacher desk. It is a good physical workout and even a bigger mental workout!!

[@destinyjones3993]

So proud of you!! Crazy to think I have been watching you since early middle school and it’s always so fascinating + inspiring 💗💗

[@sarahreichel8321]

You don’t know how much I missed that typ of videos! I made a happydance when I saw that you uploaded it! Greetings and love from 🇩🇪 ❤

[@keenyaanderson1218]

I can’t wait for the tour to see it all come together and even though I’m not a teacher I highly enjoy watching your videos ❤

[@gretchenkring3721]

Your classroom is already looking very nice. Tip: When you were trying to decide how to cut the fabric on that small board, I would have used a white colored pencil to mark the lines to cut. It would have been easy to drag the pencil along the metal edge to mark the lines. Thankfully our cuts don't have to be precise since border is going to hide the edges. Yours turned out great. Hope you have a great year. I'm so glad you are back in the classroom.

[@frenchwithmadameg1116]

I love this! I feel your pain though. Bulletin boards are the worst to set up! So time consuming! I did all of that back in June because it’s what I like the least! I’m so happy I got to wake up to this vlog! Thanks doe all of your hard work!

[@JusturfavRory]

OMG THE WAY I SCREECHED. I USED TO WATCH YOUR TEACHER VLOGS EVERY DAY, I was in 3rd grade and your vlogs were my favorite thing in the whole world, My dream job was being a teacher, When you quit a while back, I stopped really watching teacher vlogs, I am sooooo glad your back!!

[@Oliveyourmoney]

Your editing is so clever, The Office clips are so fitting.

[@gabrielamendoza2572]

I clicked on this video so fast!!

[@karenlaskowskicahlanes7129]

That's the border our school purchases for us. LOL.... I never thought of cutting the pieces while they are together. Now I know.

[@TheQuotesPage]

I have been excited for these vlogs ever since you announced you were going back to teaching. I’ve been watching since the beginning ☺️

[@allic5667]

I originally followed you so many years ago just to watch these types of videos- welcome back

[@IDEAL8Lady]

Good morning, Michelle! And welcome back! I think it helps to keep in mind that you need to let your mind run free while you’re doing the first couple of days of set up so that you can get a sense of the space and process the room through several filters. The supercomputer of our minds is constantly evaluating the space we have and how we want to welcome and engage students while we organize for instructional structures. Let’s embrace the excitement and capacity of our minds to transform an empty space into a dynamic home for living and learning.❤ Teachers are AWESOME 💪🏽🫶🏽🫵🏽

[@alexisbraxton6797]

Great video! When you start planning your units could you do a lesson planning video, how to prepare for a day of teaching, etc. thanks!

[@melc-centex1091]

Plans change... As of yesterday, our first day on contract, I thought I was teaching three certain preps. Now, I'm keeping one of those three and getting two other ones. School starts in 6 days... Adapt. Improvise. Overcome.

[@dilyswt]

Classroom is looking great! A lot of teachers (including me) just sit and stare that first day. Just a thought re getting more bookshelves: won't the spare shelves in the closet fit the bookshelf? I just remember watching your previous video and thinking that's where they would be from.

[@marielamartinez2742]

You are so generous!!!! Very helpful!

[@eyobanion]

You are too hard on yourself. I think you made great progress and you are such a joy to watch. Keep your positive pants on and I am excited to see you in the next video!! lol-

[@maraenea8456]

❤❤❤ you are too hard on yourself!!! You accomplished a lot today!!! I know you want it to be perfect and done…Remember your mantra - it’s good enough!!! I’m excited for Day 2!!!

[@janeb2958]

For the bottom of the felt - you could use a bit of tailor's chalk (or a white soft pastel pencil) - push the felt in, draw a line where the crease is forming, then cut. Although you did a pretty good job just by eye (I NEVER cut straight by hand... NEVER)

[@josephinemoleon3150]

Thanks for all the ideas! I took a gap year after completing my PhD in education and I'm returning to class 2 September. I,m at a new school so I'm excited and nervous at the same time 😅 also because I'm changing grade levels. Your videos are so inspiring! Keep moving forward Michelle ❤

[@veram8547]

You accomplished a lot. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼. The room looks great.

[@jenniferalexander2337]

So excited for you! It looks like you got a lot done.. 🙂

[@lucindahawkins957]

Hi! Not sure what brand is good but a rotary cutter can be used to cut felt pretty easy! Thanks for your videos. I am a second year teacher and you have provided me with so many tips!

[@kathrynwilson2067]

Watching you set up a classroom again makes my teacher heart so happy! I have been watching you from the beginning. Your school and students are SO lucky to have you. BTW, I NEED that t-shirt in my life. Hope you carb loaded before you started your classroom set up. 😂

[@donnabingen6464]

Great job Michelle!

[@ivy52]

SHE’S BAAAACK

[@lydiajohnson2084]

Felt is one of the strongest materials. It’s great insulation for extreme cold climate.

[@mcamuez]

This is what I have been waiting forrrrrrr