I remember in 2nd grade my teacher had a jar and a bunch of blue beads, each time we had a good day she put a bead in the jar, if we got a certain number of beads we got a prize/treat. Also if there were certain people who got a certain good color got a ice cream! Always helped my class learn and behave. Hope this helps! Keep doing what your doing! 😊
I'm a junior in high school, and I'm highly considering becoming an education major. I found your vlogs a few weeks ago, and I think they are incredibly interesting . My mom is a teacher and I know just how difficult the lifestyle can be. Thank you for doing everything you do for prospecting students like myself!!
I agree with you on the "good class" and "bad class" thing. What we have tried to do at my school is at the end of every year each grade level is given a card for each student and we very generally rank them in literacy, math, behavior, and parental support. (Usually by putting a 1-4 by each area on that student's card, 1 being a weakness and 4 being strong) and we as a team divide the classes for next year. We evenly distribute the classes so that no one class has too many behaviors or academic weaknesses and so that each class has at least a couple of good parents in it. We also note which students do not need to be paired together and I think it has been quite helpful. Our administration is great at working with the teachers. Obviously new kids come in who we have no idea about but overall this helps.
Surprisingly, we actually do this! We spend probably a good hour sorting the cards into classes for the next school year exactly the way you described! However, the problem is that our administration ends up honoring parent requests and students get moved around. The classes we set up almost never actually end up on the rosters. It ends up just being a waste of time which is sad.
We have the same problem of students being moved around. We also have the issue where we thought we were separating behaviour conflicts, only to put them together with other students who have been separated from THEIR conflicting students. It has reached a point where we simply have too many students to separate so some of them have to end up together and we don't know how that mix is going to work until the year gets going.
Pocketful of Primary same issue at my school! One would think that being the teachers who are with them all of the time we would know better...but they obviously don't think we do 😒
Student teacher here- just wanted to say you are definitely an inspiring teacher and I love watching all your videos. I love how real you are with your vlogs whether it's positive or negative. Thank you so much for sharing your teacher journey with all of us!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to comment! I am so happy you found my channel and enjoy my videos (even when I'm complaining or just don't have my life together).
It's funny how you thought your anchor chart looked bad because as I was watching it I thought how awesome it looked and how I could never free hand those lines!! haha So great!
Never feel bad about rejoicing when the "difficult" kids are away. It is perfectly natural. We finally get to spend time with the other kids who have to put up with all of those behaviours. My Education Assistant, team teacher and I decided the other day that we need to work out some kind of reward for those good kids who miss out on so much when they have a number of kids in their class who stop them from learning.
I have been thinking a lot about this as well! I definitely feel bad for those students that are always setting a good example and being so patient when there are behavior problems. I also need to find a way to reward them for their good behavior and spend some one-on-one time with them without the distractions! I've thought about having a special lunch bunch but I will let you know what I come up with!
Pocketful of Primary I give out tickets. Students earn tickets for good grades, following directions, reading books, line behavior, etc... I literally buy a roll of carnival tickets every year. lol Students collect them and then can "buy" things. I have a list with prices posted. They have to buy before the morning announcements. Lunch w the teacher is on there. I also have sit in the rolly chair for a day, bring a stuffed animal or doll (super popular in third grade), use special pencil or pen for a day (I bought some cool pens at Target), VIP table, read to a K class (also popular). I can take a pic of the poster if you want. Treasure box is also on there which I dont re stock often but it has cool pencils, erasers, Target dollar section stuff. lol When I started this 3 yrs ago, it was so so popular. During the year I also auction off anchor charts, things I want to throw away (they love to take it home to play school). Oh and mid year I auction off all the stuff in the class lost and found (anything found on the floor). The kids save the tickets in a plain envelope I give them. Most keep it in their pencil pouch or home folder. They do not need to write their name on the tickets that way and you can re-use them. OH!!! and when anyone finds a pencil on the floor and it gets claimed, I make the one who lost it pay a ticket to get it back or of they forget to put their name on something... the desk fairy also gives out tickets. =)
I find that the simplest thing makes a difference: instead of starting off with "Johnny, Zelda and Bobby - sit down and work!!!"; I say instead: thank you Phil for being on task! Oh! and you too Tommy, and Sam and Susie! Its amazing how MANY of the off-taskers come in line - its temporary sometimes, but it works and reinforces my good kids. If it starts up again, I tangibly reward the ones following directions/rules (place a little something on the corner of their desk). My Oppositional Defiant kiddo doesn't respond, but it definately works on the others - especially my ADHD kiddos who really want to behave - but "forget". These kids are 8th graders.
I'm not a teacher, but my mom is, and I have so much respect for you. You seem like such a sweet, patient, caring teacher. I know that you impact your kids' lives so much.
I agree with you about student behaviour. I have been teaching for over 10 years and in 4 different countries and have worked with so many cultures. A difficult reality is sometimes no matter how much you vary your strategies for classroom management or how much you care students don't behave in an appropriate way. Sometimes their reality outside the classroom isn't giving them what they need the most and it is reflected in school. I have learned to be as consistent as possible and try hard to recognise their good effort or behaviours as much I can. At the end of the day, you know your class and not those people who use blanket statements about student behaviour.
You are so right and I'm glad I'm not alone in this! I definitely agree that consistency helps a TON as does rewarding and commending good behavior. My biggest struggle with this group is that I have a couple students that want all of my attention (which I completely understand because I know they don't get a lot of love and attention at home). But there is no way I can give them each my full attention at all times and that is what causes them to act out. I try to have one-on-one lunch bunches with them as often as I can and have created individual behavior plans for them but they still act out as soon as the other student is getting my attention. Ugh! I love them to death but it is certainly exhausting! Thank you for taking the time to comment!
Omg what you were saying at the end of your video was great. I agree with you and I hate that people judge you as a teacher if you have behavior problems in your class.
Thank you so much! I totally agree... I hate when I'm in the hallway and my class looks like a hot mess and inside all I'm thinking is, "Please don't judge me... this is the best they've looked all day" 😂
There is absolutely no way u will never have behavior problems. U have children, for one, with different personalities, backgrounds, and experiences. Just try to stay consistent with your consequences and try ur best. Most of the time behavior problems start at home
yep, just a brand-new middle schooler finding this page and getting hooked on these videos. totally normal pre-teen behavior. :,))) also kudos to you for keeping the class together, i have 0 tolerance to kids so im amazed on teachers like you handle them
Oh my goodness. .. I 100% agree with everything you said regarding behavior. I am in the same boat as you this year and it has been exhausting. You are totally right with personalities clashing and how it makes all the difference in a classroom. One of the reasons why I love your videos so much is because you are so real and you share all of these things. In fact, I've had some really rough days and have remembered your videos and your attitude towards everything and it makes me feel so much better.
Student teacher who is struggling, but gaining inspiration and a reminder of my passion from your vlogs! You're an amazing teacher! I can't wait to use some of strategies you use in your class in my own!
My first grade teacher dressed up as Pippi Longstocking in Halloween. She even put wire in her hair to get the braids to stick up. I'm now 22 and a teacher myself, I still remember how cool I thought she was. Way to go, Ms. Marchetti!
Isn't it amazing that just the little things about a teacher make you remember her? I also have memories about my favorite teachers. Those memories are an inspiratiin for the teacher i want myself to be
I have school from 7:30 to 3:30 that's 8 hours then I have to spend like 2ish hours on homework and sometimes more. And that doesn't include any clubs/ sports that other kids do I feel like that's too long in my opinion to be at school.
Totally agree with you about getting out of your comfort zone in the classroom! I teach kindergarten and and they absolutely loved it when I dressed up for the 100th day. Even though I REALLY did not want to, I did it because I don't want my kids to miss out on something because I'm uncomfortable. Needless to say, I ended up having a super day and forgot I was even dressed up by the end of the day! Love your videos! Hope you are feeling better!
As much as I love 2nd grade and don't think I could ever teach younger, I think kindergarten would be amazing because there would be even more opportunities to dress up! I'm so happy you went out of your comfort zone to create a memorable day for your students! They are so lucky to have a teacher like you! Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to comment!
Michelle i don't know if you'll see this. I was that problem child. The one who acted out despite all of the love and support I received ( my parents were as involved as they could be ) we later learned that my behavioral problems were due to general anxiety disorder and basically I was acting out because I felt that no one actually cared about me so it didn't matter. It took years of people assuring me that they truly care about me for it to even somewhat stick in my head. I don't know if that's the reason some of your kids were misbehaving but it's possible. What I needed and luckily recieved( I've had amazing teachers and professors ) is a consistent reminder that people care about me.
I have the same problem, only my fear of everyone actually hating me drove me to be a perfectionist. I worried that any small thing I would do, would make all my fears come true, or worse I was the cause of it. I think children with anxiety really benefit from close teacher relationships. I did best with teachers who took the time to get to know me, make me feel extra special and convince me (as much as they could), that they actually did care about me. I had a teacher actually let me sit by a specific friend, just because I talked to them about my life.
As I was watching your video today, I kept on nodding my head in agreement. I have a class similar to yours 13 boys and 6 girls. Within my boys about 6 are behavior problems. I understand the talking and being silly cause their children, but it is the attitudes that get me when trying to correct their behaviors. Its the kicking and stomping and talking back that really bother me. That has nothing to do with what I am doing in the classroom. Those attitudes start at home. It gotten so bad that I am miserable about going to school, but I am trying to stay positive. Only 3 more weeks till spring break!
Thank you so much for commenting Christina! I definitely agree with you! I have the exact same issues ad it drives me crazy at times! But in the end I know there is only so much in my control and I need to let go of what isn't. We will all survive (we will be tired but we will survive!) and just have to stay positive! Thank goodness for spring break! Unfortunately we only have a Friday and Monday off... but I'm taking a week off for a cruise so I'll have plenty of down time :)
I totally agree with you on the behavior aspect. Yes we do have good classes and bad classes. I love your blog and I think you are an awesome teacher. I have work in several title one schools in bad neighborhoods and it is a struggle with kids that are dealing with outside issues as well.
I'm glad to know that I'm not the only one and that you agree with my perspective! I appreciate your kind words and thank you for taking the time to comment!
I stumbled onto your channel and have been inspired with how real you are with your job, your feelings and your kids. I am currently a school bus driver going to school to be a teacher. I liked this video because you went out of your way to have fun with your kids. The last 3 years I dressed up as santa at christmas. So my kids all ride the bus on the last day of school before christmas break because they know I'll be dressed up. This year I went as the Grinch in the santa costume and the kids loved it. Keep up the good work. I'm not sure what you are doing now (because the last video I can tell you were not looking forward to teaching anymore) but you've been inspiring to me so far.
WOW, loved the anchor chart, I thought it looked great! You do so much for you kiddos, you inspire me every weekend! I agree with you 100% about the behavior topic, thanks for sharing!
Your anchor chart was AMAZING!!! Also, I have some of those same kids as you. I applaud you for sharing the stories, it makes me feel so much better about my own feelings. Thanks for the insight and words of encouragement!!!
Thank you so much for your kind words! Trust me, if I can get through all the behavior problems and other stresses of teaching so can everyone else! I'm so happy I could make you feel less alone!
It is definitely true that the dynamics of each class changes from year to year, however, this year seems very different. I'm seeing the frustration among teachers of all grades and across all states. . Our school had been gathering data on behavior and this is by far the worst year!
Thank you so much for your videos. I am a teacher of 9+ years and agree with your comments regarding student behavior. Some days just get harder and harder. To know other teachers out there are struggling too and still care a lot, really helps. Thank you again. PS- your videos are edited wonderfully!
I'd LOVE weekend vlogs!!! Hope you're feeling better! Lots of crud going around down here. It got me down for a couple of weeks. Bleh! I love the idea of doing anchor charts at home. I brought home paper a few years ago but never do it. Though anchor charts always end up on my to-do list. I think I'll dig through my office and find it this weekend. Thanks! I really appreciate the reminder at the end. I agree with you 100%. Sometimes it's hard to remember in the moment and easy to get down on yourself. Thanks again for your candor and passion! :)
Thank you so much for your kind words and for your input! I will definitely try to film a weekend blog soon! So far I don't feel terrible so I'm hoping it will pass soon. Don't feel bad about anchor charts... this opinion writing anchor chart has been on my to-do list for weeks LOL. Thank you for taking the time to comment!
Pocketful of Primary.......... Please don''t ever feel bad about your honest sharing of words about students in your classroom. I, too, have taught at similar school sites with difficult behaviors for the last 18 years. It definitely is very difficult working day-in and day-out with similar behaviors playing out almost daily in the classroom. And if you don't receive outside support, the frustration compounds for sure. Thanks for your honest comments because you are connecting with many educators that can relate and thoroughly understand. My heart goes out to you! Hang in there and don't stop sharing your honest experiences! You're doing an outstanding job with your blog, so I encourage you to keep honest and do continue to express freely your experiences. I always look forward to watching your days as a teacher. Thanks!
My class falls apart in the afternoons too. My theory is it's the food the kids are eating at lunch. Lots of processed food and sugar and chemicals in their foods that make them crazy. I had a really rough week with my class this past week. I don't know why but it was challenging. I know how you feel! We have the 100th day of school this coming week so thanks for the aging booth app idea.
I completely agree with you on the processed foods! I definitely think it affects their behavior... we should just have nap time in the afternoon, lol! Glad to know I am not alone though! Best of luck with your 100th day of school!
Also, I agree with what you're saying about good classes and bad classes. I switch classes in fourth grade, so I have three completely different classes. If certain kids are in the same class, they feed off of each other.
Oh yes, I definitely think they feed off of each other! Some of my kiddos never should have been put together and I will make sure to they don't end up together again next year... that would not be fair to that teacher!
I like the Valentine's gifts for your man. Love the ideas for 100th day. You made a wonderful "young-old" granny. I agree with you, some students should not be in the same class together, and there are years which you just have a misbehaving class. Negative student behavior is and will always be difficult to handle. I'm in my 11 yr of teaching and I am also trying to find ways to handle the negative behavior without handing out consequence to the entire group. Unfortunately, I am the teacher that receives students with difficult behavior...like they start off in another teacher's room and the principal ends up putting them in my room. I think he believes it's acknowledging I have awesome classroom management however, it brings me down. This is my third consecutive year, at this school ( same thing happed at my previous school), receiving a student from another classroom due to negative behavior. I didn't have behavior problems until I received this student two months into the school year. He sets off four other students and all I want to do is scream from the top of my lungs in the hallway "WHY ME!" Yes, he is doing better with me but it's more work for me and I hate it! Don't get me wrong, I am glad the student is doing better but I wish to have a year in which I have a decent behaved class (no such thing as a perfect well behave class).
I know exactly what you mean! There are definitely schools where they place all the behavior "problems" on one teacher and I personally think it is incredibly unfair. The other teachers will not be able to grow their classroom management without having the experiences with these behavior problems and the teacher who has them all is going to get burnt out more quickly. However, it must be a great feeling knowing that you are one of the few teachers that can handle those students and create a better future for them. I definitely feel for you and wish you the best of luck finishing your year! Fingers crossed that you get a better class next year!
As a high school student watching your videos, and wanting to be a teacher for most of my life, I absolutely love them. They are so real. You show good, the bad, and the ugly of the job. You make me realize how hard my teachers work. Teachers like you truly change lives💕💕
I think you are an amazing teacher and I agree with so much of what you say and love the materials you create. One thought though ... when the little people hold it together to do standardized testing, the afternoon is always going to be a release. Just try to pick a whole body kinesthetic activity to use that energy positively.
i absolutely love your videos michelle and i stumbled across this one today and for some reason i hadn't watched it!! it's so wonderful to see how genuinely happy you are now at your new school and how much brighter and more positive you are in a better environment ☺️
Oh it absolutely is! This is our first year having this luxury and it is amazing! We didn't get guided reading books until the middle of last year and they weren't all put into a big room together until the fall of this year but now that we have it I can't imagine ever going back! Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to comment! :)
Please continue :)!! I use your videos to unwind at the end my teaching (Kindergarten) day and I also watch them on the weekend as I am planning for the week ahead.
Thank you so much for your honesty and openness about the things that you go through. As a teacher it is so nice to see teaching from another perspective. Currently I am binge watching your vlogs😃. Thanks!
Michelle, I look forward to your videos every week. I just changed my major from nursing to education and you are such an inspiration! You are my teacher goals. I think you're doing an amazing job. Hope you feel better! Also I think you should do a weekend vlog. That would be fun!
Thank you so much for your kind words! Girl, I give you credit for even pursuing nursing because I helped a friend of mine with an anatomy class and I was so lost 😂 I am so happy I could inspire you though and I'm sure you will love teaching when the time comes! I will definitely try to film a weekend vlog! Thank you for taking the time comment!
I’m in school right now to become a teacher, but in the meantime, I teach a 1st grade Sunday School class and I love it! I dressed up as a lemon for them and they loved it! I love those kids and would do anything for them, especially dress up in silly costumes!
Michelle, you're an amazing human being. I am so inspired by your energy and can't wait to implement some of your ideas into my classroom. Would it be possible for you to make a how-to vlog about designing worksheets? That would be great. And watching your weekend vlogs would be fantastic, too. Your life isn't boring. It's wonderful because spread so much joy and inspiration around you! thank you for everything!
I am a pre-service teacher about to go into student teaching and I am so thankful for your videos! You really inspire me and show the truths in teaching. I love the way you talk about the stress and the rewards. You are such a wonderful teacher and I will for sure be going to your TPT store when I get my own classroom. Thank you so much for your inspiration! Also do you have any student teaching advice?
YOU'RE AN AWESOME TEACHER!! The only teachers who dress up on the 100 th day of school are the kindergarten teachers at my school! You're so inspiring I want to be a teacher when I grow up now because of how amazing and organized you are! Thanks for the video!
I really love seeing how you teach them proper opinion writing, because I didn't have that and it made it super difficult when I had to start writing essays in junior high, and I still struggle with the structure of my essays
Lol when you were talking about your skirt for Valentine's Day... my mommy brain was totally improvising a fix: "staple the edges un-hemmed and color the staples red, so that it's not noticeable!" Hahahaha
You look SO PRETTY! Ugh your valentines outfit is amazing!! Plus when I get older I kinda want to be a teacher and you are very inspiring and stay strong those kids don’t care how you feel but you got this!
The fact that you did everything for your class then put together that elaborate gift for your boyfriend lets me know that I'm slacking lol. Youre awesome!
I recommend using Google classroom because I’m 10 and I’m in fourth grade and I want to be a teacher just like you and were using Google classroom for reading writing math science social studies and all of that jazz and we love it it’s the best. so I definitely think you should use it for some of the stuff you’re doing.
I just wanted to let you know that you have been such a huge inspiration to me the past several months... I am currently in my first year of teaching and I have a class that I feel is almost completely unmanageable at times. We had several new students who, if we had more behavioral background information on them, would definitely not have been placed in the same room. Most days it feels like total crowd control. I spend several nights feeling as if there is nothing that can be done and even questioning my career path. It is a huge struggle simply with it also being my first year on top of everything else. However, when you talk about the behaviors that you deal with, it makes me feel as if I'm not alone. I can tell that you put every ounce of blood, sweat, and tears that you have into this. You are an amazing teacher. To see a teacher who is in their third year go through the same things I am gives me hope. I completely agree with your statement that sometimes there will be those students that you just won't be able to reach to the fullest potential and that is (in a very odd way) okay. A lot of times I feel as if I can't confide in other teachers because their struggles are not the same as mine. That is why I love watching your vlogs. I finally feel like I have a real person to cry with, even though you don't know me at all! I can tell that your passion is what gets you through these difficult times and seeing that is so refreshing. It helps remind me that I will get through this and not only will my teaching/management improve but every year is something new to embrace. I am very grateful that I came across your channel and I can't wait to continue watching you grow as a teacher, just as I will.
We all have one of those years in which you try everything under your sleeve, and for some reason, it does not work. Sometimes is the mix of students that you have that particular year. Unfortunately, that is my colleague's situation this year. As soon as I saw your "Ketchup and Pickles," I had to share it with her. On Friday afternoon, we have our "Ketchup and Pickles. Now, all students who have had bad behavior or have not finished their work, go to her class. Then, ones who finished their work and have had good behavior during the week, come to mine." Students love it! Most of the behavior problem kids stay in her room, but there have been a few who have worked hard and were able to join my class. Thank you!!! I love your ideas.
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to comment! I love how you are using my Ketchup and Pickles... that sounds awesome! I would love to be on your side of it and be able to send my bad behavior students out LOL. I'm also happy to hear that you are seeing some success with it affecting your behavior problems... that's great! Thank you so much for sharing that with me!
Classes certainly vary behaviour-wise. Some classes have NO severe behaviour problems and others may have a number of them. These then cause other students to go astray. E.g. Last year I had one major problem (autistic student) and the bulk of the class guided her behaviour and she improved a great deal. Calm, controlled class. This year we have 3 major problems and a few moderate ones. Same teacher and Education Assistant, very different feel to the class. After three weeks of school we are exhausted! Can't be classroom management problems.
I'm so glad you agree with me! I know exactly what you mean. I have an autistic student this year who I was told was put in my class specifically because they thought I would be good for him since I am so engaging. But with the other behaviors in my room I feel like I am failing him because I can't do as many engaging activities because the rest of the class can't handle it. Ugh, it's a struggle! But I'm glad I'm not alone! Thank you for taking the time to comment!
Not fully related to the video, but Michelle you look great! Your gym days are paying off, you go girl! Love your teacher vlogs. I'm currently in school and you really make me excited to become a teacher! Thanks for sharing! ❤️
UMMMM you just made my entire day! :) Thank you so much for your kind words and for boosting my confidence, HA! Best of luck finishing school and starting your first teaching job! You will love it! Thank you for taking the time to comment!
I loved the rant in the middle of this video, although im sorry they were being difficult, it shows me the reality of teaching, the good, the bad and the down right annoying haha! You handle yourself so well, I hope one day I can be a good teacher like you x
I totally agree w/u on the students behaving or miss behaving can be a) did that child have a sugary cereal be for school b) do that student have certain issues and c) do that student's parent let them get away with that at home ??
Maybe you should set up a reward point system. Ex being on task, turning in homework, doing classwork. Then you give them checks and then at the end of the week give them a small reward.
I have those days where my kids feed off of each other and it just gets crazy. Can you make a video on how you handle behavior management? I just started a youtube channel as well! trying to put my teacher input into this youtube world!!
I can definitely make a video with more information on behavior management! Thank you for the idea! I will definitely check out your RUclips channel... I'm so happy you made one!
I LOVE your vlogs!!! Your activities are awesome! Aging all the kids and giving them the pictures! I know the writing was great because you created such an engaging activity!
Hi! I saw you made them do boxes. Instead of actual boxes, you can all have them bring a kleenez box like a month before (because some will forget for two weeks).
My aunt and uncle are both teachers, my aunt is a special education teacher and my uncle is an anatomy and biology teacher I always go to my aunts room and it’s actually really fun cause she decorates it amazingly and I help
I am a perfectionist too, which makes me a bit worried to be going into my first year of teaching this year. I really loved that anchor chart that you made though!!
I teach 8th grade in S GA and we have the same phenomenon. It's almost as if each "class" meaning Graduating Class of 2021etc seems to have a quasi group personality. Some years they are overall sweeties; some years they have a great work ethic; other years they are sweet but "lazy-ish" and some years they are rebellious or rambunctious and unmotivated. I have yet to figure out why but it is interesting...... and as we have all been teaching together for years and have worked on consistency- it's just as much to do or more with the group as with our the staff
I'm new here and I love your videos soooo much and I think I would go crazy with the kids you have always being wild it shows your a great teacher when you can handle them all
I’m just gunna say this is my class in middle school when we have testing it is in the mornings and by the afternoon we are all tired of being quiet so we go crazy while me and my friends sit in the back being quiet.
Pocketful of Primary I've just ordered myself a set of both markers. Time to kick my anchor charts up a notch. :) Thanks! Love your videos and TPT store--it's given me so many ideas for my class!
I teach high school (so you and I are from completely different worlds), but I find so much value in watching your vlogs. I enjoy looking at the setup of your classroom and your thought processes as a teacher, as well as the dedication you have to your students. May I ask, what kind of camera do you use to vlog? I hear a lot of people vlog using their iPhones, and I feel like carrying around a bulky camera would get old quick. Thanks for your time! If this question has already been asked, I apologize.
I'm not a teacher but for some reason I love watching your vlogs. I was a camp counselor for a while and good thing was that if my kids didn't behave, they were gone in a week. I don't know how teachers keep it together with some kids I've met for a whole school year.
Jeannie Weasly It is sad that nothing is done. When I was student teaching in a gifted 1st grade class, this little boy threw chairs, cursed at us, got into fights, and put everyone in danger. We constantly asked the principal to remove him from that class but she said no. That happened for the rest of the year and I felt horrible for the kids that wanted to learn but were always distracted and fearful of him. The system really does fail us most of the time...
Thank you for the ending...I've been teaching for 16 years and in these years my second year of teaching was the worst...24 boys and 8 girls....I dreaded going to class every day...but then I had pretty good years... unfortunately this year is just awful! My class was doing great by November...then a new boy was enrolled in my class...he has ADHD...he just cannot function...he distracts my class all day every day...even my good kids follow him.. which affects my instruction of course...and I am sorry to say this...but when he is gone... it's just different...we get more work done.. everyone is more focus...etc etc... it's sad though that one kid can do so much harm to our class environment and my instruction... I've given up...and just roll with it... I've tried everything...and it's just not the same... anyway...have a restful weekend...get well soon... Blessings!
I am so sorry to hear that you are dealing with that! I totally understand your struggles though... my first year of teaching I had a boy with severe ADHD and my life was miserable. I felt exactly the same way... I dreaded coming to school and prayed that he would be absent (pretty sure he had perfect attendance that year 😂). It is amazing how one single student can drastically change the overall dynamics of your class! You can rest easy knowing that you are not alone and you are doing more than enough to help your kiddos! Sometimes all you can do is accept the craziness and do your best. Have a great weekend as well and a great rest of the year! Thank you for taking the time to comment!
You're the kind of teacher I would have developed a crush on as an elementary student. I would have tried extra hard to turn in all my homework just to make you happy. :)
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I remember in 2nd grade my teacher had a jar and a bunch of blue beads, each time we had a good day she put a bead in the jar, if we got a certain number of beads we got a prize/treat. Also if there were certain people who got a certain good color got a ice cream! Always helped my class learn and behave. Hope this helps! Keep doing what your doing! 😊
Taylor Montanaro in primary 3 or 4 my teacher had marbles and we had to get 100 marbles in the jar to get a prize
My 4th grade teacher did the same thing
Same we used marbles
Taylor Montanaro same
Taylor Montanaro My teacher also did that is 2nd grade
I'm a junior in high school, and I'm highly considering becoming an education major. I found your vlogs a few weeks ago, and I think they are incredibly interesting . My mom is a teacher and I know just how difficult the lifestyle can be. Thank you for doing everything you do for prospecting students like myself!!
Lindsie McNair update: how did everything go ?
how did everything go? I’m assuming you graduated from high school and are a freshman in college now?
I agree with you on the "good class" and "bad class" thing. What we have tried to do at my school is at the end of every year each grade level is given a card for each student and we very generally rank them in literacy, math, behavior, and parental support. (Usually by putting a 1-4 by each area on that student's card, 1 being a weakness and 4 being strong) and we as a team divide the classes for next year. We evenly distribute the classes so that no one class has too many behaviors or academic weaknesses and so that each class has at least a couple of good parents in it. We also note which students do not need to be paired together and I think it has been quite helpful. Our administration is great at working with the teachers. Obviously new kids come in who we have no idea about but overall this helps.
Whitney Adams we do this too!
Surprisingly, we actually do this! We spend probably a good hour sorting the cards into classes for the next school year exactly the way you described! However, the problem is that our administration ends up honoring parent requests and students get moved around. The classes we set up almost never actually end up on the rosters. It ends up just being a waste of time which is sad.
Pocketful of Primary ugh that is so frustrating!!!! I'm sorry.
We have the same problem of students being moved around. We also have the issue where we thought we were separating behaviour conflicts, only to put them together with other students who have been separated from THEIR conflicting students. It has reached a point where we simply have too many students to separate so some of them have to end up together and we don't know how that mix is going to work until the year gets going.
Pocketful of Primary same issue at my school! One would think that being the teachers who are with them all of the time we would know better...but they obviously don't think we do 😒
Student teacher here- just wanted to say you are definitely an inspiring teacher and I love watching all your videos. I love how real you are with your vlogs whether it's positive or negative. Thank you so much for sharing your teacher journey with all of us!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to comment! I am so happy you found my channel and enjoy my videos (even when I'm complaining or just don't have my life together).
It's funny how you thought your anchor chart looked bad because as I was watching it I thought how awesome it looked and how I could never free hand those lines!! haha So great!
OMG, I thought the same thing!!
Leigh Polson She's amazing!!
Hahaha, well thank you! Just trust me that it looks much worse in person! :P
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Never feel bad about rejoicing when the "difficult" kids are away. It is perfectly natural. We finally get to spend time with the other kids who have to put up with all of those behaviours. My Education Assistant, team teacher and I decided the other day that we need to work out some kind of reward for those good kids who miss out on so much when they have a number of kids in their class who stop them from learning.
I have been thinking a lot about this as well! I definitely feel bad for those students that are always setting a good example and being so patient when there are behavior problems. I also need to find a way to reward them for their good behavior and spend some one-on-one time with them without the distractions! I've thought about having a special lunch bunch but I will let you know what I come up with!
Pocketful of Primary I give out tickets. Students earn tickets for good grades, following directions, reading books, line behavior, etc... I literally buy a roll of carnival tickets every year. lol Students collect them and then can "buy" things. I have a list with prices posted. They have to buy before the morning announcements. Lunch w the teacher is on there. I also have sit in the rolly chair for a day, bring a stuffed animal or doll (super popular in third grade), use special pencil or pen for a day (I bought some cool pens at Target), VIP table, read to a K class (also popular). I can take a pic of the poster if you want. Treasure box is also on there which I dont re stock often but it has cool pencils, erasers, Target dollar section stuff. lol When I started this 3 yrs ago, it was so so popular. During the year I also auction off anchor charts, things I want to throw away (they love to take it home to play school). Oh and mid year I auction off all the stuff in the class lost and found (anything found on the floor). The kids save the tickets in a plain envelope I give them. Most keep it in their pencil pouch or home folder. They do not need to write their name on the tickets that way and you can re-use them. OH!!! and when anyone finds a pencil on the floor and it gets claimed, I make the one who lost it pay a ticket to get it back or of they forget to put their name on something... the desk fairy also gives out tickets. =)
I find that the simplest thing makes a difference: instead of starting off with "Johnny, Zelda and Bobby - sit down and work!!!"; I say instead: thank you Phil for being on task! Oh! and you too Tommy, and Sam and Susie! Its amazing how MANY of the off-taskers come in line - its temporary sometimes, but it works and reinforces my good kids. If it starts up again, I tangibly reward the ones following directions/rules (place a little something on the corner of their desk). My Oppositional Defiant kiddo doesn't respond, but it definately works on the others - especially my ADHD kiddos who really want to behave - but "forget". These kids are 8th graders.
I'm not a teacher, but my mom is, and I have so much respect for you. You seem like such a sweet, patient, caring teacher. I know that you impact your kids' lives so much.
I agree with you about student behaviour. I have been teaching for over 10 years and in 4 different countries and have worked with so many cultures. A difficult reality is sometimes no matter how much you vary your strategies for classroom management or how much you care students don't behave in an appropriate way. Sometimes their reality outside the classroom isn't giving them what they need the most and it is reflected in school. I have learned to be as consistent as possible and try hard to recognise their good effort or behaviours as much I can. At the end of the day, you know your class and not those people who use blanket statements about student behaviour.
You are so right and I'm glad I'm not alone in this! I definitely agree that consistency helps a TON as does rewarding and commending good behavior. My biggest struggle with this group is that I have a couple students that want all of my attention (which I completely understand because I know they don't get a lot of love and attention at home). But there is no way I can give them each my full attention at all times and that is what causes them to act out. I try to have one-on-one lunch bunches with them as often as I can and have created individual behavior plans for them but they still act out as soon as the other student is getting my attention. Ugh! I love them to death but it is certainly exhausting! Thank you for taking the time to comment!
Pocketful of Primary Try to have that whole group for a lunch bunch together.
which countries did you teach in
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You're probably like the coolest teacher 😎😎😎😎
lia 314 really my teacher doesn’t give us homework!,
lia 314 ikr
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jin 314 my teacher make the classroom fell like home
Omg what you were saying at the end of your video was great. I agree with you and I hate that people judge you as a teacher if you have behavior problems in your class.
Thank you so much! I totally agree... I hate when I'm in the hallway and my class looks like a hot mess and inside all I'm thinking is, "Please don't judge me... this is the best they've looked all day" 😂
There is absolutely no way u will never have behavior problems. U have children, for one, with different personalities, backgrounds, and experiences. Just try to stay consistent with your consequences and try ur best. Most of the time behavior problems start at home
yep, just a brand-new middle schooler finding this page and getting hooked on these videos.
totally normal pre-teen behavior. :,)))
also kudos to you for keeping the class together, i have 0 tolerance to kids so im amazed on teachers like you handle them
tinyymoon I hate kids with a burning passion 🙂
girl you and me have win lives right now lol
tinyymoon I feel the same way. No tolerance.
same haha i like kids tho
tinyymoon same here !🥳
Oh my goodness. .. I 100% agree with everything you said regarding behavior. I am in the same boat as you this year and it has been exhausting. You are totally right with personalities clashing and how it makes all the difference in a classroom. One of the reasons why I love your videos so much is because you are so real and you share all of these things. In fact, I've had some really rough days and have remembered your videos and your attitude towards everything and it makes me feel so much better.
Student teacher who is struggling, but gaining inspiration and a reminder of my passion from your vlogs! You're an amazing teacher! I can't wait to use some of strategies you use in your class in my own!
My first grade teacher dressed up as Pippi Longstocking in Halloween. She even put wire in her hair to get the braids to stick up. I'm now 22 and a teacher myself, I still remember how cool I thought she was. Way to go, Ms. Marchetti!
Daifei acciomua omg Ms. Marchetti is my moms sister ( my aunt ) I could give you her phone number .... if you want ☺️
wow that’s cool
Isn't it amazing that just the little things about a teacher make you remember her? I also have memories about my favorite teachers. Those memories are an inspiratiin for the teacher i want myself to be
School days are just too long for kids, in my opinion.
I love your blogs
No, but they are too long for teachers for sure
The resa do you know how much people in the world that want to go to school but can’t afford it?
The resa I agree
I have school from 7:30 to 3:30 that's 8 hours then I have to spend like 2ish hours on homework and sometimes more. And that doesn't include any clubs/ sports that other kids do I feel like that's too long in my opinion to be at school.
Totally agree with you about getting out of your comfort zone in the classroom! I teach kindergarten and and they absolutely loved it when I dressed up for the 100th day. Even though I REALLY did not want to, I did it because I don't want my kids to miss out on something because I'm uncomfortable. Needless to say, I ended up having a super day and forgot I was even dressed up by the end of the day!
Love your videos! Hope you are feeling better!
As much as I love 2nd grade and don't think I could ever teach younger, I think kindergarten would be amazing because there would be even more opportunities to dress up! I'm so happy you went out of your comfort zone to create a memorable day for your students! They are so lucky to have a teacher like you! Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to comment!
Michelle i don't know if you'll see this. I was that problem child. The one who acted out despite all of the love and support I received ( my parents were as involved as they could be ) we later learned that my behavioral problems were due to general anxiety disorder and basically I was acting out because I felt that no one actually cared about me so it didn't matter. It took years of people assuring me that they truly care about me for it to even somewhat stick in my head. I don't know if that's the reason some of your kids were misbehaving but it's possible. What I needed and luckily recieved( I've had amazing teachers and professors ) is a consistent reminder that people care about me.
I have the same problem, only my fear of everyone actually hating me drove me to be a perfectionist. I worried that any small thing I would do, would make all my fears come true, or worse I was the cause of it. I think children with anxiety really benefit from close teacher relationships. I did best with teachers who took the time to get to know me, make me feel extra special and convince me (as much as they could), that they actually did care about me. I had a teacher actually let me sit by a specific friend, just because I talked to them about my life.
why do u look like mellybeauty026
As I was watching your video today, I kept on nodding my head in agreement. I have a class similar to yours 13 boys and 6 girls. Within my boys about 6 are behavior problems. I understand the talking and being silly cause their children, but it is the attitudes that get me when trying to correct their behaviors. Its the kicking and stomping and talking back that really bother me. That has nothing to do with what I am doing in the classroom. Those attitudes start at home. It gotten so bad that I am miserable about going to school, but I am trying to stay positive. Only 3 more weeks till spring break!
Thank you so much for commenting Christina! I definitely agree with you! I have the exact same issues ad it drives me crazy at times! But in the end I know there is only so much in my control and I need to let go of what isn't. We will all survive (we will be tired but we will survive!) and just have to stay positive! Thank goodness for spring break! Unfortunately we only have a Friday and Monday off... but I'm taking a week off for a cruise so I'll have plenty of down time :)
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I totally agree with you on the behavior aspect. Yes we do have good classes and bad classes. I love your blog and I think you are an awesome teacher. I have work in several title one schools in bad neighborhoods and it is a struggle with kids that are dealing with outside issues as well.
I'm glad to know that I'm not the only one and that you agree with my perspective! I appreciate your kind words and thank you for taking the time to comment!
I stumbled onto your channel and have been inspired with how real you are with your job, your feelings and your kids. I am currently a school bus driver going to school to be a teacher. I liked this video because you went out of your way to have fun with your kids. The last 3 years I dressed up as santa at christmas. So my kids all ride the bus on the last day of school before christmas break because they know I'll be dressed up. This year I went as the Grinch in the santa costume and the kids loved it. Keep up the good work. I'm not sure what you are doing now (because the last video I can tell you were not looking forward to teaching anymore) but you've been inspiring to me so far.
WOW, loved the anchor chart, I thought it looked great! You do so much for you kiddos, you inspire me every weekend! I agree with you 100% about the behavior topic, thanks for sharing!
Your anchor chart was AMAZING!!! Also, I have some of those same kids as you. I applaud you for sharing the stories, it makes me feel so much better about my own feelings. Thanks for the insight and words of encouragement!!!
Thank you so much for your kind words! Trust me, if I can get through all the behavior problems and other stresses of teaching so can everyone else! I'm so happy I could make you feel less alone!
It is definitely true that the dynamics of each class changes from year to year, however, this year seems very different. I'm seeing the frustration among teachers of all grades and across all states. . Our school had been gathering data on behavior and this is by far the worst year!
As sad as I am to hear that, I am very happy to know that it isn't just me! Must have been something in the water!
Thank you so much for your videos. I am a teacher of 9+ years and agree with your comments regarding student behavior. Some days just get harder and harder. To know other teachers out there are struggling too and still care a lot, really helps. Thank you again. PS- your videos are edited wonderfully!
I'd LOVE weekend vlogs!!! Hope you're feeling better! Lots of crud going around down here. It got me down for a couple of weeks. Bleh!
I love the idea of doing anchor charts at home. I brought home paper a few years ago but never do it. Though anchor charts always end up on my to-do list. I think I'll dig through my office and find it this weekend. Thanks!
I really appreciate the reminder at the end. I agree with you 100%. Sometimes it's hard to remember in the moment and easy to get down on yourself. Thanks again for your candor and passion! :)
Thank you so much for your kind words and for your input! I will definitely try to film a weekend blog soon! So far I don't feel terrible so I'm hoping it will pass soon. Don't feel bad about anchor charts... this opinion writing anchor chart has been on my to-do list for weeks LOL. Thank you for taking the time to comment!
Pocketful of Primary.......... Please don''t ever feel bad about your honest sharing of words about students in your classroom. I, too, have taught at similar school sites with difficult behaviors for the last 18 years. It definitely is very difficult working day-in and day-out with similar behaviors playing out almost daily in the classroom. And if you don't receive outside support, the frustration compounds for sure. Thanks for your honest comments because you are connecting with many educators that can relate and thoroughly understand. My heart goes out to you! Hang in there and don't stop sharing your honest experiences! You're doing an outstanding job with your blog, so I encourage you to keep honest and do continue to express freely your experiences. I always look forward to watching your days as a teacher. Thanks!
I think you look like Stephanie Tanner from Fuller House and she is my favorite character because she is very pretty.
I think your anchor chart looks amazing! I wish I had your handwriting and creativity
Aww, thank you so much! Girl, my handwriting is nothing to be envied! It's a hot mess. But thank you!
Pocketful of Primary I love your anchor chart it is awesome
I can't believe how much time she puts into her job AND has a boyfriend
What?? I thought that was her husband
Hannah Elizabeth no she getting married I think I don’t think she married yet.
And she does RUclips.
Keeley Gildemeister yea I know she dose RUclips she must be busy.
My teacher has a husband
My class falls apart in the afternoons too. My theory is it's the food the kids are eating at lunch. Lots of processed food and sugar and chemicals in their foods that make them crazy. I had a really rough week with my class this past week. I don't know why but it was challenging. I know how you feel! We have the 100th day of school this coming week so thanks for the aging booth app idea.
I completely agree with you on the processed foods! I definitely think it affects their behavior... we should just have nap time in the afternoon, lol! Glad to know I am not alone though! Best of luck with your 100th day of school!
Also, I agree with what you're saying about good classes and bad classes. I switch classes in fourth grade, so I have three completely different classes. If certain kids are in the same class, they feed off of each other.
Oh yes, I definitely think they feed off of each other! Some of my kiddos never should have been put together and I will make sure to they don't end up together again next year... that would not be fair to that teacher!
I like the Valentine's gifts for your man. Love the ideas for 100th day. You made a wonderful "young-old" granny.
I agree with you, some students should not be in the same class together, and there are years which you just have a misbehaving class.
Negative student behavior is and will always be difficult to handle. I'm in my 11 yr of teaching and I am also trying to find ways to handle the negative behavior without handing out consequence to the entire group. Unfortunately, I am the teacher that receives students with difficult behavior...like they start off in another teacher's room and the principal ends up putting them in my room. I think he believes it's acknowledging I have awesome classroom management however, it brings me down. This is my third consecutive year, at this school ( same thing happed at my previous school), receiving a student from another classroom due to negative behavior. I didn't have behavior problems until I received this student two months into the school year. He sets off four other students and all I want to do is scream from the top of my lungs in the hallway "WHY ME!" Yes, he is doing better with me but it's more work for me and I hate it! Don't get me wrong, I am glad the student is doing better but I wish to have a year in which I have a decent behaved class (no such thing as a perfect well behave class).
I know exactly what you mean! There are definitely schools where they place all the behavior "problems" on one teacher and I personally think it is incredibly unfair. The other teachers will not be able to grow their classroom management without having the experiences with these behavior problems and the teacher who has them all is going to get burnt out more quickly. However, it must be a great feeling knowing that you are one of the few teachers that can handle those students and create a better future for them. I definitely feel for you and wish you the best of luck finishing your year! Fingers crossed that you get a better class next year!
As a high school student watching your videos, and wanting to be a teacher for most of my life, I absolutely love them. They are so real. You show good, the bad, and the ugly of the job. You make me realize how hard my teachers work. Teachers like you truly change lives💕💕
I think you are an amazing teacher and I agree with so much of what you say and love the materials you create. One thought though ... when the little people hold it together to do standardized testing, the afternoon is always going to be a release. Just try to pick a whole body kinesthetic activity to use that energy positively.
Never realized how hard
Teachers work
Jim Kelly They work way past their hours for free. It is never ending and they are not appreciated which makes me so upset.
i absolutely love your videos michelle and i stumbled across this one today and for some reason i hadn't watched it!! it's so wonderful to see how genuinely happy you are now at your new school and how much brighter and more positive you are in a better environment ☺️
Your guided reading room looks like heaven! I wish our school had that! Love your videos, I look forward to them every weekend.
Oh it absolutely is! This is our first year having this luxury and it is amazing! We didn't get guided reading books until the middle of last year and they weren't all put into a big room together until the fall of this year but now that we have it I can't imagine ever going back! Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to comment! :)
Please continue :)!! I use your videos to unwind at the end my teaching (Kindergarten) day and I also watch them on the weekend as I am planning for the week ahead.
Thank you so much for your honesty and openness about the things that you go through. As a teacher it is so nice to see teaching from another perspective. Currently I am binge watching your vlogs😃. Thanks!
Michelle, I look forward to your videos every week. I just changed my major from nursing to education and you are such an inspiration! You are my teacher goals. I think you're doing an amazing job. Hope you feel better!
Also I think you should do a weekend vlog. That would be fun!
Thank you so much for your kind words! Girl, I give you credit for even pursuing nursing because I helped a friend of mine with an anatomy class and I was so lost 😂 I am so happy I could inspire you though and I'm sure you will love teaching when the time comes! I will definitely try to film a weekend vlog! Thank you for taking the time comment!
Pocketful of Primary thank you for replying and your kind words! 😭 I'll be finished fall of 2019 and I cannot wait! Shoutout from Alaska 🙂
I’m in school right now to become a teacher, but in the meantime, I teach a 1st grade Sunday School class and I love it! I dressed up as a lemon for them and they loved it! I love those kids and would do anything for them, especially dress up in silly costumes!
Michelle, you're an amazing human being. I am so inspired by your energy and can't wait to implement some of your ideas into my classroom. Would it be possible for you to make a how-to vlog about designing worksheets? That would be great. And watching your weekend vlogs would be fantastic, too. Your life isn't boring. It's wonderful because spread so much joy and inspiration around you! thank you for everything!
I am a pre-service teacher about to go into student teaching and I am so thankful for your videos! You really inspire me and show the truths in teaching. I love the way you talk about the stress and the rewards. You are such a wonderful teacher and I will for sure be going to your TPT store when I get my own classroom. Thank you so much for your inspiration! Also do you have any student teaching advice?
YOU'RE AN AWESOME TEACHER!! The only teachers who dress up on the 100 th day of school are the kindergarten teachers at my school! You're so inspiring I want to be a teacher when I grow up now because of how amazing and organized you are! Thanks for the video!
I love your videos!!! Is it possible for you to post a video of yourself during instructional time? I would love to see you in action!!!!
I am trying to find a way to make that happen without student faces being shown! I would love to be able to have a video about it! Thank you so much!!
You already show some of their faces!
I've been waiting for this kind of video also!
Pocketful of Primary you can find a way to blur out their faces so they aren't shown.
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Feel better! And I agree with you about the behavior issues.
I really love seeing how you teach them proper opinion writing, because I didn't have that and it made it super difficult when I had to start writing essays in junior high, and I still struggle with the structure of my essays
You seem like an amazing teacher. Your students are really lucky to have you as a teacher.
love your vlogs. can we just take a minute to say I love how you still have Decembers calendar up when its half way through February.
The worst part is... I don't have any intentions of changing it any time soon 😂 Calendars are the worst. Thank you so much for your kind words!
Lol when you were talking about your skirt for Valentine's Day... my mommy brain was totally improvising a fix: "staple the edges un-hemmed and color the staples red, so that it's not noticeable!" Hahahaha
You look SO PRETTY! Ugh your valentines outfit is amazing!! Plus when I get older I kinda want to be a teacher and you are very inspiring and stay strong those kids don’t care how you feel but you got this!
commenting on this video to remind you... you have dealt with behavior issues ... and got through them! May you have the BEST week this week!
The fact that you did everything for your class then put together that elaborate gift for your boyfriend lets me know that I'm slacking lol. Youre awesome!
I recommend using Google classroom because I’m 10 and I’m in fourth grade and I want to be a teacher just like you and were using Google classroom for reading writing math science social studies and all of that jazz and we love it it’s the best. so I definitely think you should use it for some of the stuff you’re doing.
I just wanted to let you know that you have been such a huge inspiration to me the past several months... I am currently in my first year of teaching and I have a class that I feel is almost completely unmanageable at times. We had several new students who, if we had more behavioral background information on them, would definitely not have been placed in the same room. Most days it feels like total crowd control. I spend several nights feeling as if there is nothing that can be done and even questioning my career path. It is a huge struggle simply with it also being my first year on top of everything else. However, when you talk about the behaviors that you deal with, it makes me feel as if I'm not alone. I can tell that you put every ounce of blood, sweat, and tears that you have into this. You are an amazing teacher. To see a teacher who is in their third year go through the same things I am gives me hope. I completely agree with your statement that sometimes there will be those students that you just won't be able to reach to the fullest potential and that is (in a very odd way) okay. A lot of times I feel as if I can't confide in other teachers because their struggles are not the same as mine. That is why I love watching your vlogs. I finally feel like I have a real person to cry with, even though you don't know me at all! I can tell that your passion is what gets you through these difficult times and seeing that is so refreshing. It helps remind me that I will get through this and not only will my teaching/management improve but every year is something new to embrace. I am very grateful that I came across your channel and I can't wait to continue watching you grow as a teacher, just as I will.
We all have one of those years in which you try everything under your sleeve, and for some reason, it does not work. Sometimes is the mix of students that you have that particular year. Unfortunately, that is my colleague's situation this year. As soon as I saw your "Ketchup and Pickles," I had to share it with her. On Friday afternoon, we have our "Ketchup and Pickles. Now, all students who have had bad behavior or have not finished their work, go to her class. Then, ones who finished their work and have had good behavior during the week, come to mine." Students love it! Most of the behavior problem kids stay in her room, but there have been a few who have worked hard and were able to join my class. Thank you!!! I love your ideas.
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to comment! I love how you are using my Ketchup and Pickles... that sounds awesome! I would love to be on your side of it and be able to send my bad behavior students out LOL. I'm also happy to hear that you are seeing some success with it affecting your behavior problems... that's great! Thank you so much for sharing that with me!
I thought the thumbnail said “ Looth day of school” and I was so confused but then I realized It said one hundredth day of school LOL
Classes certainly vary behaviour-wise. Some classes have NO severe behaviour problems and others may have a number of them. These then cause other students to go astray. E.g. Last year I had one major problem (autistic student) and the bulk of the class guided her behaviour and she improved a great deal. Calm, controlled class. This year we have 3 major problems and a few moderate ones. Same teacher and Education Assistant, very different feel to the class. After three weeks of school we are exhausted! Can't be classroom management problems.
I'm so glad you agree with me! I know exactly what you mean. I have an autistic student this year who I was told was put in my class specifically because they thought I would be good for him since I am so engaging. But with the other behaviors in my room I feel like I am failing him because I can't do as many engaging activities because the rest of the class can't handle it. Ugh, it's a struggle! But I'm glad I'm not alone! Thank you for taking the time to comment!
You are such a great teacher I would be so thankful to have you as my teacher
Omg them giving out was adorable😄
On Tuesday it was the morning miracle for Michelle
Seriously what I do all day is watch you. I love to play school but I don't have lots of stuff to do.
Not fully related to the video, but Michelle you look great! Your gym days are paying off, you go girl! Love your teacher vlogs. I'm currently in school and you really make me excited to become a teacher! Thanks for sharing! ❤️
UMMMM you just made my entire day! :) Thank you so much for your kind words and for boosting my confidence, HA! Best of luck finishing school and starting your first teaching job! You will love it! Thank you for taking the time to comment!
Oh my goodness! I was thinking about how cute your anchor chart was as you were making it then you started saying it was bad! Lol
I loved the rant in the middle of this video, although im sorry they were being difficult, it shows me the reality of teaching, the good, the bad and the down right annoying haha! You handle yourself so well, I hope one day I can be a good teacher like you x
I totally agree w/u on the students behaving or miss behaving can be a) did that child have a sugary cereal be for school b) do that student have certain issues and c) do that student's parent let them get away with that at home ??
Watching those kids give each others valentine's and make those bags makes me miss elementary aww
Maybe you should set up a reward point system. Ex being on task, turning in homework, doing classwork. Then you give them checks and then at the end of the week give them a small reward.
I have those days where my kids feed off of each other and it just gets crazy. Can you make a video on how you handle behavior management? I just started a youtube channel as well! trying to put my teacher input into this youtube world!!
I can definitely make a video with more information on behavior management! Thank you for the idea! I will definitely check out your RUclips channel... I'm so happy you made one!
Why do you leave so late for school? You are the most dedicated teacher I have ever seen
I LOVE your vlogs!!! Your activities are awesome! Aging all the kids and giving them the pictures! I know the writing was great because you created such an engaging activity!
Love your videos! I am a first grade teacher and your vlogs are so relatable!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to comment! :)
That’s cute how the kids got you things that you like!
Hi! I saw you made them do boxes. Instead of actual boxes, you can all have them bring a kleenez box like a month before (because some will forget for two weeks).
My aunt and uncle are both teachers, my aunt is a special education teacher and my uncle is an anatomy and biology teacher
I always go to my aunts room and it’s actually really fun cause she decorates it amazingly and I help
I am a perfectionist too, which makes me a bit worried to be going into my first year of teaching this year. I really loved that anchor chart that you made though!!
I teach 8th grade in S GA and we have the same phenomenon. It's almost as if each "class" meaning Graduating Class of 2021etc seems to have a quasi group personality. Some years they are overall sweeties; some years they have a great work ethic; other years they are sweet but "lazy-ish" and some years they are rebellious or rambunctious and unmotivated. I have yet to figure out why but it is interesting...... and as we have all been teaching together for years and have worked on consistency- it's just as much to do or more with the group as with our the staff
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Knuckles and chuckles are still my 2 favorites in the vlogs. How are they doing?
I agree with you 👍🏻
I love your videos... I wait for them every week!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to comment! :)
You get Valentine's day parts until middle school at least where I am at who else is not a teacher but likes these vids
I love your videos there so interesting to see what teachers do outside of school ..
I'm new here and I love your videos soooo much and I think I would go crazy with the kids you have always being wild it shows your a great teacher when you can handle them all
I’m just gunna say this is my class in middle school when we have testing it is in the mornings and by the afternoon we are all tired of being quiet so we go crazy while me and my friends sit in the back being quiet.
I used to live in Gaithersburg Maryland!
Michelle you relive my stress somehow keep doing what you do best
I love how you call them your kids 😊♥️
OMG--I LOVED your 100 year old lady outfit. You are a fabulous teacher!!!
Love watching your videos. Where are the black and brights ABC's you have? I teach K and am looking to change out my theme next year.
I think they are in her TPT store
Ashley is correct! The ABC posters are in my TpT store along with matching number posters and job cards! Thank you so much!
Michelle Ferre you look Thelma Harper played by Vicki Lawrence from the tv show sitcom of MAMAS FAMILY which is Josh McDilda's Favorite tv show
I'm interested in your math groups, what do you during that time, what are your other kiddos doing during that time?
What markers do you use for your anchor charts? Such strong color.
They look like Mr. Sketch smelly markers. That's what I use and they work great!
Ashley is correct! Some of them are Mr. Sketch markers and some of them are Sharpie Flip Chart markers! I love them both!
Pocketful of Primary I've just ordered myself a set of both markers. Time to kick my anchor charts up a notch. :) Thanks!
Love your videos and TPT store--it's given me so many ideas for my class!
I teach high school (so you and I are from completely different worlds), but I find so much value in watching your vlogs. I enjoy looking at the setup of your classroom and your thought processes as a teacher, as well as the dedication you have to your students. May I ask, what kind of camera do you use to vlog? I hear a lot of people vlog using their iPhones, and I feel like carrying around a bulky camera would get old quick. Thanks for your time! If this question has already been asked, I apologize.
I'm not a teacher but for some reason I love watching your vlogs. I was a camp counselor for a while and good thing was that if my kids didn't behave, they were gone in a week. I don't know how teachers keep it together with some kids I've met for a whole school year.
Jeannie Weasly It is sad that nothing is done. When I was student teaching in a gifted 1st grade class, this little boy threw chairs, cursed at us, got into fights, and put everyone in danger. We constantly asked the principal to remove him from that class but she said no. That happened for the rest of the year and I felt horrible for the kids that wanted to learn but were always distracted and fearful of him. The system really does fail us most of the time...
A weekend vlog would be amazing! I love the dedication you put into these videos :)
Those mints are the same flavor my grandma used to give to me before she passed on
Thank you for the ending...I've been teaching for 16 years and in these years my second year of teaching was the worst...24 boys and 8 girls....I dreaded going to class every day...but then I had pretty good years... unfortunately this year is just awful! My class was doing great by November...then a new boy was enrolled in my class...he has ADHD...he just cannot function...he distracts my class all day every day...even my good kids follow him.. which affects my instruction of course...and I am sorry to say this...but when he is gone... it's just different...we get more work done.. everyone is more focus...etc etc... it's sad though that one kid can do so much harm to our class environment and my instruction... I've given up...and just roll with it... I've tried everything...and it's just not the same... anyway...have a restful weekend...get well soon... Blessings!
I am so sorry to hear that you are dealing with that! I totally understand your struggles though... my first year of teaching I had a boy with severe ADHD and my life was miserable. I felt exactly the same way... I dreaded coming to school and prayed that he would be absent (pretty sure he had perfect attendance that year 😂). It is amazing how one single student can drastically change the overall dynamics of your class! You can rest easy knowing that you are not alone and you are doing more than enough to help your kiddos! Sometimes all you can do is accept the craziness and do your best. Have a great weekend as well and a great rest of the year! Thank you for taking the time to comment!
Pocketful of Primary Aaaaw thank you for responding! And for listening to my venting..lol... Blessings!
Fairy Pisces I am literally almost word for word having the same experience. This week was filled with some particularly bad days. I feel you!
You are a really really good teacher and I wish I had you I’m in 7th grade and I wish I had a teacher like you!
You're the kind of teacher I would have developed a crush on as an elementary student. I would have tried extra hard to turn in all my homework just to make you happy. :)
It's so funny when kids draw totally "innocent" things that we as adult can't help but see everything but an innocent drawing
Weekend vlogs would be awesome! You're vlogs are amazing and so are you!!
Thank you so much for your kind words and your input! I appreciate you taking the time to comment :) I will definitely try to make that happen!