First Week of School Vlog | Pocketful of Primary

[@casey755]

Hey Michelle! I know a teacher who plays this game and loves it! Sometimes I know your room can be a mess at the end of the day and you don’t want to leave it all to the janitors/custodians. So if you have some free time at the end of the day you can play this game! Pick something around your room that is out of place, needs to be picked up or a piece of trash. Don’t tell the kids what you picked, then set a timer (2-5 minutes your choice) and they have to pick up the things around the room, put them back or throw them away. Then whoever puts away the thing you chose gets a prize! Like a sticker, a decorative pencil, or anything you’d like! This helps clean up your room in a fun game! I hope it works!

[@michelle19016]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@amannatdhaliwal600]

My teacher always did that

[@colejohnson3335]

My teacher does that to she still does we call it mystery trash or mystery item

[@gracealford7799]

That's a great idea!

[@chzhack]

My teacher did it in my fourth grade class

[@laurenh825]

As a mom, these videos make me tear up several times! Seeing how excited you are about teaching these kiddos and how you want to shape these little people into kind, smart, and functional humans makes my mom heart so happy. Teachers have our hearts for so many hours a day and having influential, positive teachers like you shaping our children make me so proud. Even though we are not in the same area and my children will never have you, just know that your efforts are appreciated! ❤

[@krystal37276]

I'm literally crying that you do that activity where you see who is left out on the list where they write kids names. I wish more teachers focused on this each year. My kiddo is one that gets forgotten often because he's a little different and this is amazing.

[@sierrabocchetti6687]

I found your channel about a year ago and I was in a terrible deep depression, couldn't get out of bed or eat, but somehow the only thing that would relax me were your videos, fast forward to today and my mental health is so much better and your videos are still a relaxing thing for me! So I just wanted to say thank you for that

[@allforbunnyrabbits8623]

I’m glad she helped you

[@leannegallant740]

So glad your mental health is better. Same thing happened with me. She's great!

[@taniahpatrick1570]

That is amazing 😍👏🙌

[@teacuptea9155]

So glad you got better :)

[@alwayshungry9479]

YAS I am so glad you are doing better now

[@JONAS-di3nw]

I'm only 12 and watch this because I want to be a teacher when I'm older! I did saving fred on the 1st day of 5th Grade!

[@eduardasitzmann]

JONAS same just on the first day of 4th grade

[@misatoholic]

Sameeeeeeee only im 11

[@pennyproud2474]

I did it in math class in 3rd grade

[@sophiasworld7577]

JONAS same!!! I’m 11

[@idkwhatimdoinglol8210]

Sergio Penha same

[@corinne2828]

I love how you say your desk is a hot mess but theres only like two piles of papers and maybe a few pens lying around LOL you are so organized! I hope I can be too when I get my own classroom.

[@amycain856]

Corinne E I was thinking the same thing.

[@coloringwithsydney7339]

Me too

[@gamingtwins5934]

My cousin was in your class and he said that your awesome and he wished he could have you again

[@Whatareyoudoingonmychannel]

Lucky

[@SubAndLeonMarrysYou]

Jana Zawawi merilend elemantry and in the us near los Angela’s.

[@Emma-cq8dv]

Jana Zawawi Maryland, US

[@basiicxemily9579]

@Jana Zawawi She workd at Crofton Elementary.

[@katelynhalas9472]

Lucky him, I want her as my teacher

[@ericarennie3474]

As a person with OCD, the organization and coordination of the entire classroom is sooooooo relaxing and satisfying!!

[@KINGDOMANIMATION4D]

The shoes going down the stairs tell the difference...school is in session! I really like your sticker tabs and fun accents. Everything is so colorful, fun and purposeful. 😍🌟🙂

[@natalinphommachakkin2463]

I did the saving fred to on my second or third day!

[@Zhiperser]

It's nice to see there are still schools that do the soft intro into changing classes, letting the teachers focus on a single subject, and the kids get a feel for how it all works. Most importantly all the subjects get their equal time. We had 6 teachers that were split into 2 teams. 1 teacher would do science and social studies while the other 2 would split kids by level. One would do math and the other language arts and then switch.

[@emersonsebastian8642]

*literally 2 papers out of place* my desk is a hot mess lol i love this channel so much

[@lovicollier9640]

Well done for your first week. Enjoyed watching the way you introduced getting into routines and getting to know each other. Michelle, you work really hard and this shows, in your videos. You are a great teacher that uses inclusiveness in your activities, the way you speak, and the way you present yourself and your class. What a positive impact you make internationally. Enjoy the weekend, all the best from Downunder in NZ. Smiles

[@kimhaiser]

I know it would be hard, but could we see you teach? Even if you have to blur out the kid's​ faces, while also showing us how you go about standing on the tables or desks.

[@neilcosby5532]

Kim Haiser yeah it would be cool to see how the kids behave

[@ginnyweasleypotter1630]

Hidden camera

[@lena.andjelic]

@@ginnyweasleypotter1630 No.

[@nylashaekiomie]

Kim Haiser yes i would love to watch that

[@jjspgl]

I've seen people do that but the camera is only focused on them so the children are not in the frame at all and they cut out any parts where you say a students name. It might be hard if you pace around while teaching.

[@Josh-vk1br]

Michelle, I love how informative your videos are to new and continuing teachers. I remember discovering you when I first started my teaching program, and I still watch you today to hear about your journey as an educator and learn new things from you. I'm a big fan of your organization style, both in lessons, and in the classroom. I appreciate you sharing what you have learned, and I look forward to doing the same as the years go by. Thank you again!

[@cherryblossom4365]

I am a child without a desire to be a teacher. (I wanna be a forensic scientist.) but for some reason I love these videos.

[@dorkylust]

IS THAT WILL SMITH LMFAPOIUDSY

[@keepcalmsavehyrule]

I love how you had said on the first day that instead of stressing over the things that are not in your control, you were just going to relax. Great advice! :)

[@tamicay925]

What's the reasoning behind country wide schedule cards?! That seems like it should just be up to the teacher what they look like.

[@djthereplay]

+C I don't understand the reasoning myself but the county is making her use their scheduling cards . Ideally the fact that she makes her own stuff would at least put that much off of the county in providing for the schools am I right about that ? Or , have I missed something ?

[@katk5462]

The county probably makes it to take work off the teachers

[@djthereplay]

Point goes to +Katy Kenley . My thing is why is it that the county waits until the last possible minute to do that and force the teachers to use those after they already have their own scheduling cards up and ready ? Say the teacher does something that is different than the other teachers do at some time during the day then that means that the teacher has to make a scheduling card in the same theme of the cards that the county is making them use so which would actually be putting more work on them at the time anyway . Am I right or am I " yeah right " ?

[@gingerlittle6936]

Love all the great ideas, especially about having students write down names and seeing which kids might need some extra welcoming. I love that you are being intentional about that. ❤️ It’s also fun as a veteran teacher seeing you start to find your groove in teaching. I’m excited to share in your journey this year.

[@mummaduck6326]

This is awesome I’ve been really interested in your videos because I would love to be a teacher when I’m older

[@JaimieLynn11]

Annie Louise I

[@jess6882]

Annie Louise Me too! 💕

[@maggiewalters7867]

i love your channel because it shows me and others how thankful we should be for our teachers

[@skssunscreen68]

I use Kahoot for my 9th graders! I found your channel by accident when teaching wasn't on my radar at all, and now I'm going into Year 2!

[@maritzab9543]

I always love to see how other states have their schedules for the day! It would be totally differently to start school at 8:55! We start at 7:55 and dismiss at 3:15! Do you have any other teacher vloggers you watch on YT?! Also, what do you do an a behavior plan in your school? Clip chart, Class Dojo etc.

[@djthereplay]

+Pocketful of Primary You are correct , Ms. Michelle !! Letting go brings you to positivity even n those negative moments that every student or teacher will have during the school year . Believe me , Your positivity will ultimately make a student's bad moments into their best day in the end . Keep up the patience and " Keep Moving Forward " - Walt Disney - Dwight

[@joyjoyq77]

Enjoyable to watch. I really like to see what exactly you are teaching and how. The how makes the biggest difference. Your lessons seem so dynamic! Thank you

[@BeantownMrs]

I missed "Good morning, KZbin!" Back to school is so exciting and fun!

[@nyla2904]

It’s so fun

[@mirandaphilippi600]

My daughter just brought "The Invisible Boy" Home from the library at school this week and we read it together (she's second grade) and we just loved it! What a sweet story. And I agree it would make a wonderful first week of school story!

[@Redblock6]

Hey, Ms. Ferre! 3rd! I will see you in block 1 today! :)

[@DH-fo1uw]

Do you like her as a teacher?

[@emilyzou]

This is probably not someone in her class but they have Minecraft as there profile photo so it probably is a 4th grader 😂

[@Redblock6]

I absatualy do, she is great!

[@Redblock6]

Yes, and this isnt my school account.

[@emilyzou]

Redblock6 I assume your getting ready for school now

[@haleyh6642]

I just wanted to say how much you make me happy. I really wish I had a teacher in elementary school who loved doing what they do and actually connecting with their students like you do!!!! :))

[@hayleylannon6501]

Your students arrive between 8:55 and 9:15 at my school we have to be at school by 8:00 or we get written up Edit: didn’t realize it would think I was talking about video I meant the actual time just to clarify

[@professional.yapper740]

I just got out of school a couple of days ago and I really want to go back and watching your video makes me want to be a teacher when I grow up. Btw I just graduated 4th grade and going into 5th grade. Thank you for the smart inspiration you gave me. I’m also teacher my younger brother going into 3rd grade. I’m helping him understand and help him to be really good in school when he goes into 3rd grade.

[@wendymadden8535]

I love all your teaching and organization ideas. Thanks for sharing. I just put a skirt into my amazon cart and some of your products into my tpt cart. 😜

[@baileychey]

And the long videos begin! i’m so excited!!

[@rheakeyzer3507]

Omg. I love that mauve skirt you wore on the first day!

[@gabriellalorenzi9137]

im so excited!! i started my sophomore year on the 7th and i love to go through the school year watching you!! you brighten my day

[@maggypote942]

Your amazing you put so much in to your Work and your kids are great and they always leave the year knowing they just had the best teacher ever 💕💕💕💕

[@leahsharp7912]

so ive always wanted to be something with children and you have inspired to look towards being a teacher, and im starting my A- levels this year and I had work experience last year and i absolutely loved it! Thank you.

[@sarahjabra9748]

You= best teacher in the world

[@alysavongphakdy8627]

I love how when she passes out papers she makes them perfect 💕

[@Wannabecrafting247]

Living in the desert where it’s always at LEAST 100 degrees, it’s funny that kids can’t go outside in MD if the temperature is over 100°. I know the humidity makes it worse. But, it seems odd compared to our area. I DO bring crushed ice for them after their afternoon recess.

[@StephLynnWard]

That's so interesting. I live in Saudi Arabia where it is over 100 degrees for a large part of the school year. While we didn't have a hard and fast rule, parents weren't happy if we went outside to play and the Saudi staff found it strange that I would even want to.

[@josieharbers8139]

Love that the weekly blogs are back! I only do Dunkin’ on Friday mornings during the week and it really gives you something to look forward to lol! Plus saves time & money

[@teamtwilight43]

I am so happy that you are back in your classroom! I start college for my teaching degree soon. This is a BIG career change for me. I am currently an IT Specialist in the US Army but it is always been my dream to be a teacher and I have finally decided that it is time for me to do what I think is best for myself!

[@katsabo1161]

Catherine Hart oh my gosh you are incredible. I really want to get my degree in education and join the peace corp after I get my degree. So hearing your story was wonderfully heartwarming

[@ashleyrobinson9354]

I absolutely love how you create a classroom community/family. I have learned so much from you in this area that I try to incorporate in my classroom. I also love the activity where you have students write as many classmate names as they can... I LOVE this idea and will be incorporating this into my classroom next year. You are such an inspiration and #goals. :)

[@mariahrichardson1745]

Inspiration! Your videos give me confidence. I am working toward being a daycare provider, and I hope to be as great as a teacher to my children like you to yours ☀❤

[@briannaadams3124]

We do ketchup,mustard,and pickles. Which means ketch up on work do some pages that are a must do and then we get to pick which activity we want to do

[@hannahcork9127]

I’m currently a freshman and everyone still gets sooo competitive over Kahoot 😂

[@epiccookie5220]

Hannah Cork ikr I hate that ONE kid who always wins (using a secret cheat sheet) and BRAGS about it

[@kayluho]

a obha that would be me 😳 i just study a lot

[@epiccookie5220]

Kayla Lynae lol oof sadly most kids in the class hate that kid XD

[@alecia_lea]

I’m a sophomore in college and spoiler alert: that competitive drive over kahoot never goes away 😂

[@indigo9347]

That me too

[@rachelmcnally6611]

Baby and toddler socks make the best white board erasers!

[@minidoesyoutube01]

Im rewatching all of this years vlogs again. I’m so sad that you can’t do school vlogs anymore :(

[@rachel5273]

Same!!

[@allifinkel]

So so so thrilled to have your weekly blogs back!!

[@meganleonard2317]

Michelle, I just wanted to let you know that as a new teacher (I'm a sub at the moment, but my name recently got placed on my board's long-term supply list, so I'm hoping to have a classroom of my own at some point this year! Fingers crossed!), you are truly an inspiration to me. I look forward to your videos every week, and I just want to say thank you for your positivity, your energy, and your ideas. I hope I can have just as much of an impact on my own students one day.

[@kristivella7969]

I am a little late on your videos. However, I am sooooooo excited that school has started. I just love your videos. The love and passion you have in teaching really shows. I wished that when I was a fourth grader and even when my children were fourth graders we would have had a teacher who really loved what they were doing.

[@elizahamilton8096]

I'm going into 6th grade and I have already met my teacher and omg you remind me of her!!❤️❤️

[@ivonnelopez6123]

I've been a teacher for about 15 years, and as I watch your videos I can't help but feeling so much admiration for you, such a passionate devoted professional you are, I bet you would make an excellent mother someday. Regards

[@elizabethchurch9720]

"All 4 on the floor!!" is what my mom told me growing up when I rocked back in my chair.

[@deetee8100]

Elizabeth Church My mom just said “4 on the floor.”

[@jen8043]

This is what it looks like to love your job!💙

[@keeganmartinez4442]

Great Video!!!! Have been looking forward to new classroom videos since last years ended

[@chelseafisher5103]

I love how you explained differentiation to your students! I'm about to student teach in January and was wondering how to best explain that to students. That's an awesome way to do it!

[@slimegirlsdiy123slimesdiys6]

do you like slime💜💜💜

[@betaheroes1081]

I was in your class tysm ms. (Didn’t now if I wanted me to show ur name) ms.Ferré

[@lailani6798]

Caroline Stead wdym “show ur name”

[@dakshtheidiot]

Lala_ Hush her full name

[@nicoleh9581]

I just started watching your videos and now I'm jealous that these kids get such a fun awesome teacher and wish my teachers had put this much time and love into their jobs. They will remember this for years to come, keep up the awesome job!

[@corinnewampfler-howie1990]

Yay I'm so excited to watch this!

[@laraland9963]

The bandaid activity is fantastic! As a child I used to get very jealous of kids getting what I thought was special treatment- now I realise it was the support they needed

[@Wannabecrafting247]

I can’t find any of those erasers this year at our dollar tree. Loved having them last year.

[@limabean143]

I choose Kind I want some!!

[@jennifermorse2803]

You are so great! Those kids are lucky to have you as their teacher! I am lucky you make videos:) Thank you so much.

[@elenabala3865]

We’re I live, it’s over 100 everyday for the first two weeks of school. But it’s cooling down I think.

[@So_Harufied]

I absolutely LOVE your slides on fairness. What a brilliant idea!

[@emilyrice6771]

I'm dead I did the "If I ran the world poem" IN 7TH GRADE!!! 😂😂

[@taylormm97]

What a tiring but awesome first week of school! I still remember those vlogs from a few years back when you were still in second grade and how unhappy we could tell you were. You are GLOWING in this school and grade!!

[@ashvin6140]

OMG YOU ARE A ICE VANILLA LATTE GURL! ME TOO!

[@madelynnnsanford5539]

I’m a Starbucks kinda girl 💕

[@todaystea3309]

fourth was the best year for me it’s so fun !! When I was in fourth grade every Friday at 1:30 to 2:30 we would play Capture The Flag At Our Field And All The Activity’s we’re so fun !!

[@panosinprimary]

If you think about it.. The students you taught in second grade are in 4th grade now! 😂🤔

[@kendallpedersen7067]

That’s true!! Too bad she’s in a completely different area now.

[@lewism1847]

its crazy how time flies!

[@aruccl]

I was in here 4th grade class lol

[@awesomeaaron067]

You are literally my favourite KZbinr keep up the SUPERBLY work and keep the positive pants on

[@happyhedgehog249]

I’m early and of course it’s the one time I don’t know what to say except that I love this channel

[@topheeba]

its really great seeing how hard teachers work for the students!

[@rsm5398]

Y’all this is from 2018😂I’m watching this in 2019 and school is about to start back again 😁

[@mabriehutson3108]

omg you inspire me so much you make me wanna get up and go to school with your bright smile!! thank you

[@youtuberintheflesh]

27:00-27:58 (PREACHHHHHH)

[@reagans7111]

It’s not the school year until I see a classroom vlog! Love your videos! I also love how you do your jobs!

[@macydiy9697]

Were do you get your skirts from????

[@javamashups263]

macy diy Amazon

[@mandiaimone891]

I've missed your teaching vlogs so much, so happy to see this!

[@gabrielamontalvo8477]

So inspirational!

[@carolineeee1169]

31:12 the lighting is beautiful

[@beaner3316]

I didn’t have a actual home room till 5th Grade

[@kyra4102]

at my school, cultural arts are called specials for elementary and electives for middle school and the elementary specials are gym art technology music and leadership.

[@fairybell101]

Could you incorporate your schedule magnets with the ones your school gave you?

[@dorothyg7483]

Your editing has been AMAZING recently. You are so talented and awesome! 👍💕

[@ashtonelizabetholiver9113]

Anyone else watching this in June? Nope just me! Akward

[@alliea242]

Ashton Elizabeth Oliver I am! 😂

[@ericaalexis07]

I am watching in July but I am going to still like 😀

[@itsrue7216]

July

[@toyswithemily8035]

@@alliea242 July

[@bellasalon1329]

Awkward* >:)

[@photoshopuser3237]

Well, you really tell it like it is - and that is a good thing. You are helping our first year teachers understand how to do the many things you MUST do in order to teach. Many parents don't realize how intense your day actually is, not to mention the time you spend in preparation. You must be tremendously organized and know each child - their personalities, likes, dislikes and triggers. Then you have all these requirements from admin and the district. And you have report cards for EACH child. Yes you were trained how to do some of it but most of what you now know was not from a textbook or even a college class. That first year will be the hardest year you will ever have in teaching. You are doing a great job - and now into your 5th year of teaching! You've learned a lot since that first year of teaching and it shows. Maybe you don't think so - but you did. Your confidence is high and you know what you're doing. You're also teaching older kids - bigger kids, bigger problems, but still kids who need you. Actually I'm more worried about you and how at times in your vids you seem to want to quit teaching. You were very tired teaching 2nd grade (what a bunch !) you shouldn't be crying on the way home after school either. When things get crazy remember to just leave school AT school. Leave when your contract says it's ok, go home, relax and don't do anything school related. Take care of you. Tomorrow is another day and take it a little slower. We want you around for a long time! I taught for 30 years. 3 different states and all levels k-12. I was a mentor teacher, an evaluation teacher and had student teachers many times. As the art teacher I saw every child in that school every week. Then I watched them grow until they graduated. I knew ALL my children. I still am in touch with many of my teachers who have invited me to their weddings, baby christenings and have attended their college graduations too. But remembering back to my own teacher education there is one professor I will never forget - he said "You must love your children the most when they are the least lovable." How very true. Good luck to you this year Michelle! You are special! Mrs. Dolores Russo, retired art/gifted teacher and chairperson of the Arts Dept. Celebration High School.

[@abbypallotto7494]

Can you move to ct please ( and be a 7th grade teacher?) your my favorite!!

[@PetitChouPumpkin]

Tip for white board erasers... cut up felt! I took 4 pieces from our maker space and got 6 pieces per felt!

[@bricefodor898]

Love it Michelle thank you

[@alexarebecca794]

You are such a great teacher!! I’m a sophomore in high school and hope to be a teacher one day (en elementary teacher - either 4th or 5th ideally) I wanted to be a teacher since I was 3 years old in preschool! You are such an inspiration- I hope I can be as good as you!

[@kookiemonster3767]

OMG WHEN I LOOKED DOWN AT MY PHONE, I SAW YOU WERE DOING THE FRED THING. MY SCIENCE TEACHER HAD US DO THE SAME EXACT THING AND I'M IN 8TH GRADE IN NEW YORK. sorry for the caps. i got excited lol

[@sageblair9342]

I love the cactus stickers!🌵 I love saving in Fred!!!!!!!!!!!! We've done it so many times in school!

[@allisonbowling2168]

As someone in Texas, I’m very jealous y’all couldn’t go outside because it was too hot.

[@deetee8100]

Allison Bowling I know, right? Central Texas here

[@allisonbowling2168]

Dee Tee same. Well kind of. I’m in Abilene so it could be east, west, north, or central depending on who you’re talking to lol

[@deetee8100]

I’m in Brady, almost the geographic center. I went to ACU, so I’m familiar with Abilene.

[@prindle8lol]

Allison Bowling Georgia here! It was 100 today and the kids were miserable but we have to give them 30 minutes. I was dripping!

[@VictoriaWorthington-rd4kh]

I'm in England. I don't even know what hot weather is 😂

[@kathybrannon8166]

I love the band aid activity to get across the idea of fairness. I also really like the idea of having them write classmates names. These are good ideas I'll need to keep for later. I understand teacher tired. We are finishing our 5th week of school already. Teacher tired still creeps in some days!! Hope you have an awesome year. Looks like it is off to a great start!

[@firstcanonkill1767]

oh my god the weird wiggle crimped board borders are everywhere they're in england too *i miss primary school, year 9 is a pain, why do i have to be 14*

[@laurenmosher7848]

u are such an inspiring person ! as a student and a runner, u inspire me so much!! i love to school tips u give! u probably won’t read this but if u do just know u are so amazing and i would love to have u as a teacher! love and respect forever !❤️❤️

[@emilyburns2788]

I love your purple skirt! 1:10

[@rianevison2629]

Emily Burns she has that skirt from amazon in 5 colours! Lol 😂 love her!!! XX

[@Olivia-ye6gw]

I love how you try to connect with your students and how you want to make them better people! My math teacher told my class, “I am here to get you ready for Algebra, not to be your friend! All I’m supposed to teach you is math, so that is what I do.”

[@lescreationsdestephanie3639]

HP Instant Ink is life! But in Canada, the maximum is 300... 🙄

[@aprilr8119]

The max here is 300 too unless you CALL them and ask for the secret special price of 500 for $15.

[@lescreationsdestephanie3639]

@@aprilr8119 Even in Canada?

[@jenniehong6842]

Is this cheaper than buying them at Costco?

[@lescreationsdestephanie3639]

@@jenniehong6842 Yes!

[@aprilr8119]

@@lescreationsdestephanie3639 Not sure, you'd have to call and ask. It's a secret level in the US. I'm sure since it's online it shouldn't be a problem if you call and ask for it nicely.

[@luke7992]

Welcome back to your classroom! I hope you enjoy our students! Good Luck