Recreating the Space
Recreating the Space- Our New Learning Place Then... Don't forget from whence you came. This was my classroom in August of 2016. You'll see a more traditional set up to start the school year. Notice the desks, blackboards, bulletin boards, and standard issue rug. We expanded to more flexible seating, but the students maintained their own desks. Our team was already well versed in 1:1 technology and wading in the ocean of personalized learning. Now... With collaboration and communication as top priorities, flexible seating took precedence in developing a new classroom design. Tables will replace desks. Students will have the opportunity to choose between sitting, perching, or standing at tables on one of two types of chairs. There are also ottomans, bench seating, and Chilewich mats (courtesy of Studio GC). In addition to these work areas, there are whiteboards everywhere (or there will be!). Roughly 3 out 4 walls are or will be (furniture delay) covered w