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Environme The classroom:

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Welcomes all members and
guests
Is organized and understandable
to all students

Supplies, equipment, and

resources, are accessible

Displays student work

Examples
Students are greeted each morning by the
teacher/s
Math and reading centers are tubs that
allow students to develop different patterns
of thinking, while allowing them to do an
activity they deem as more fun than a
typical lesson. These centers tubs must
remain organized so that the students can
utilize their time to work on the center.

The classroom is labeled and is kid-friendly

to ensure that students know where items
can be found throughout the room.
Students work is on display both inside and
outside of the classroom for viewing by all.

 Is arranged to promote individual

and group learning

Individual learning can be promoted by

centers tubs and free writing, where
students are given a topic to reflect on that
is current to their lives.
Respectful
Culture

Teacher-student interactions are

generally friendly, but may
reflect occasional
inconsistencies, favoritism, or
disregard for students cultures

Students exhibit respect for the

teacher and are generally polite
to each other

Interactions are fairly even across this

classrooms dynamic. Favoritism can be
observed, but more than not, it is not
favoritism but students desire to be
engaged. Higher proficient students tends
to be called upon more since they are the
ones that are more comfortable answering
questions.
The use of Class Dojo in this classroom
helps students use their better judgment
on how to act towards the teachers and
other students.

 Teacher is sometimes receptive

to the interests and opinions of
students.
This classrooms teacher was very aware of
the needs and interests of her students.
She was willing to adjust her teaching to
accommodate accordingly.