https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo Add your name to your post. en-us 2017-08-08 19:38:06 UTC 2021-03-21 00:33:03 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/180921103 The space is brightened, cleaned, and decluttered. The design is going to be both useful to teacher and students.]]> 2017-08-14 13:55:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/180921103 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/180946035 During the transformation, they created a better working environment for everyone in the classroom. The different desk arrangement will allow the teacher to move around the classroom easier. This will allow him to reach each student.]]> 2017-08-14 16:23:26 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/180946035 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/180982698 The classroom's adaptability is improved. The classroom can be rapidly rearranged for a variety of activities and instructional situations. I was especially impressed by the amount of participation that they invited. Everyone from faculty to teachers to super-groovy-fairy-godmother design experts floated around and redesigned the space with the ease of a Extreme Home Makeover montage. The result is a classroom that will legitimately feel as though it belongs to a community rather than the domain or lair of a single teacher.]]> 2017-08-14 20:26:49 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/180982698 sdamiani06 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/180983077 The room opened up and with lots of sunshine and bright colors.  The environment also provided the students more room to move around and collaborate and the teacher to be able to monitor student engagement.  

]]> 2017-08-14 20:30:37 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/180983077 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/180995658 The room was painted with eye pleasing colors. Working spaces were created for group collaboration. the teacher will be able to move around more easily. AND...he decluttered by getting rid of things that teachers always seem to accumulate]]> 2017-08-14 22:30:39 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/180995658 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181002697 The room was painted with colors other than beige drab colors. They regrouped the desks to give more space for movement. There were more whiteboards added for student brainstorming. They also added seating along the wall with the whiteboard. They brightened the room with lots of natural light.]]> 2017-08-14 23:59:56 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181002697 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181006167 The room was repainted in bright colors.  Studio areas were created.  Natural pathways were created.  Additional whiteboards were added.  Tons of natural light was added.

]]> 2017-08-15 00:34:25 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181006167 cauthersb https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181067584 Brighter colors, more writeable surfaces. Restructured the desk arrangement and increased the flexibility of the seating to allow for greater movement of Ts/Ss which will increase collaborative opportunities.]]> 2017-08-15 11:32:19 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181067584 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181153705 The room was painted a clean bright color. White boards were added around the room. Wheels were added to the table for more flexible seating and a studio area was added to the back of the room. It is a much brighter space where students will be excited to learn!]]> 2017-08-15 20:29:46 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181153705 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181161852 During the implementation stage, the walls were decluttered , bright colours were added as well as white boards to write on and a large white screen for students to see better. Studio areas were added in the corners and an active wall at the back for students to work on.]]> 2017-08-15 21:58:00 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181161852 edrinkwater https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181172641 Fresh paint, removal of clutter and reinvented storage space seemed to be the most obvious. It looks like there were more writable spaces added and new configuration of student work space.]]> 2017-08-16 00:22:54 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181172641 pianotheresa https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181181588 The room was painted to add some brighter color. They also worked to declutter and add additional spaces for student collaboration. The configuration of the room has changed to allow for more movement, both for the teacher and the students]]> 2017-08-16 02:03:03 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181181588 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181202300 The room was repainted with a combination of neutral colors (grey) and bright colors (green). They created stations for students so they could work in different places for collaboration. The designer and the teacher looked at the classroom items and decided what he really needed in the classroom and discarded what is not needed (objects that he has not used in the last year). Lastly, I noticed that wheels were added to the bottom of the desks/tables that will allow for greater mobility during collaboration. ]]> 2017-08-16 05:46:25 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181202300 cberndt https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181275298 The classroom was cleaned by rooming all of the clutter and by painting the walls first with a base coat and then adding bright colours to different shelving. Around the perimeter of the room, work stations were created for students and whiteboards were installed. The bottom of the tables had wheels put on them.]]> 2017-08-16 15:15:19 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181275298 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181294888 The room we de-cluttered. There was bright paint put on the walls. Work stations with whiteboards were also put around the perimeter of the room. The desks were rearranged and more room for movement was provided. ]]> 2017-08-16 16:55:35 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181294888 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181307196 Everything was removed. Bright paint replaced the drab. There was a keep or toss session to go through all the stuff accumulated over the years. Corner and against the wall workstations were added above existing radiators. Furniture was retrofitted with wheels.]]> 2017-08-16 17:58:00 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181307196 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181315374 They went through with the teacher and had him list what he used and what he did not. They created studio-places for the students to work at. They considered the movement of the teacher as well. They changed the colors as well! ]]> 2017-08-16 18:35:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181315374 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181349016 They added color! (a curse word in most schools) They opened up some cabinets, they added whiteboard paint to walls and rearranged the desks for better flow. ]]> 2017-08-16 23:43:15 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181349016 hilljenneva1 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181552078 The space is clean and less cluttered. Everything used provides extra space. A+.

]]> 2017-08-18 01:06:13 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181552078 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181561102 They made the space more purposeful. They looked at how the space needed to be used and created different areas to meet that need. ]]> 2017-08-18 02:44:26 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181561102 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181721779 Love the decluttering! Love the color! All aspects of the room's space considered.]]> 2017-08-19 12:13:26 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181721779 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181722673 The new space is more organized, flexible, and most importantly, the teacher can reach all students in the classroom.]]> 2017-08-19 12:54:45 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181722673 casements https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181727691 The implementation stage transformations were:
A unified look for the space in colour and display
Purposeful spaces in every square foot of the room
Functional materials to improve the teaching and learning experience.]]> 2017-08-19 15:44:16 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181727691 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181728086 Anything that was not used was taken out of the space. Additional seating was installed next to the walls saving space. Color was added and cabinet doors were removed. Desks were grouped together to save space.]]> 2017-08-19 15:59:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181728086 deeds13 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181737010 The entire room was cleared out, including the stuff off of the walls.  The teacher was asked to toss the items that he hadn't used the past year.  The room was painted and white boards were installed on some of the walls.  Seating was added to the wall area.  The shelving is now uniform.  The tables were arranged differently and the teaching station was changed.


]]> 2017-08-19 21:52:27 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181737010 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181761355 The space was painted and redesigned so there would be collaborative work stations in each corner of the room- maximizing spaces for students to work together. New paint and shelving was introduced to make the classroom more inviting and utilize/maximize the space on the wall. ]]> 2017-08-20 15:38:27 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181761355 angela_barnett https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181765179 This space was transformed first by clearing out the room and going through items that should be kept or tossed (the 1yr rule). Color was brought in by painting the walls and various types of cabinets and furniture. Designs were created to figure out collaborative spaces for the students and easier mobility by the teacher.]]> 2017-08-20 17:21:54 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181765179 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181766358 This teacher's classroom was transformed by removing everything first and determining what should be kept or tossed. Then, the designers made the storage areas more accessible by removing the doors on them. The walls and furniture were all painted fresh, and the designers created more mobility in the teacher's area and in creating movable desks for the students (adding wheels to the desks). The room was de-cluttered, and transformed with more blank walls for students to use in brainstorming and collaborating.

]]> 2017-08-20 17:58:28 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181766358 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181779841 The teacher first tossed a lot of his old items to remove clutter (analyzing if he used it in the last year and whether or not it was useful). The room was painted with brighter, welcoming colors, with the community contributing to the painting process, which probably made them feel more proud and accomplished in their contribution efforts.
The tables were much smaller, with wheels that make them easily movable. Earlier, students gave input that they liked teams but they wanted to feel part of a whole, which can be done with this new furniture. ]]> 2017-08-20 23:14:13 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181779841 melissalynndyas https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181804267 The classroom was emptied, cleaned, and painted with brighter colors. Materials were likely discarded because the teacher hadn't used them recently. Cabinet doors were removed to give students more spaces. Tables were rearranged for the students to collaborate but make it easier for the teacher to move around. ]]> 2017-08-21 03:18:13 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181804267 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181964420 The teacher emptied the classroom got rid of the things that he did not need. The classroom was painted and some of the closet doors were removed to give the students and teacher better access to storage space. Wheels were put on the tables and they were rearranged to create a space that was easier to move around in. The designers put up more white boards on the front, back and side of the room. This will hopefully lead to better efficiency. The teacher work station, was made more maneuverable. A white board component was added to that as well to allow for a smoother work flow. As a result the room is more inviting, and both the students and teacher will enjoy the benefits of the new configuration. ]]> 2017-08-21 21:29:33 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181964420 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181986334 The space was transformed by making a group work area for students and creating more space between the tables/chairs so that the teacher could circulate easily around the room. The paint also makes the room look much more vibrant.]]> 2017-08-22 01:12:07 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181986334 ReadTuMe https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181986652 The learning space was transformed: 
* With Teacher and Student input.
* By inviting critical friends
* Designer Observation
The culminating piece came with the physical rearranging of the classroom in order to demonstrate what learning looks like for Teacher and Student.]]> 2017-08-22 01:14:34 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/181986652 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/182108416 The first piece I noticed was how clean it was. The fresh paint job and pops of color really made a huge difference. The removal of the clutter allowed the space to be optimized and it highlighted the important tools of the classroom. The students were engaged because their input was sought and they were able to help. This built community which is also a factor of the classroom environment. ]]> 2017-08-22 15:23:29 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/182108416 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/182456954 The cruical first step was to empty the space and get rid of clutter. Only with everything removed can you see with fresh eyes the ways in which the space can be filled differently! The removal of clutter from the room will help with the ADDITION of clutter from the students, and the reclaimed cabinet space ensures that the "active" space of the classroom is free and accessible to all. The new paint job really helps the room to engage the eye, and hopefully, the brain!]]> 2017-08-23 22:20:48 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/182456954 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/182935350 The biggest step in my opinion was decluttering the place. Steven was able to get rid of all the things he hadn't used in the past year, which probably opened up a lot of space in the classroom just doing that. The second big step was color!! It's so nice to have bright colors and seems like a place I would actually want to work in.]]> 2017-08-26 14:27:35 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/182935350 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/182956961 The space was first decluttered which allowed more room to work with. Then the tables and chairs were reconfigured to create more space and encourage team work to happen. Another thing happened is to re-paint the walls. ]]> 2017-08-27 02:24:47 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/182956961 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/182957470 I loved the way the colors popped but I also like the way that materials were installed to promote movement such as the white board. I also liked how the students were involved in the process. Storage was also lifted to make use of wall space and declutter floor space. ]]> 2017-08-27 02:44:35 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/182957470 mlawson5 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/182976407 It is amazing how far a fresh coat of paint and light made a HUGE difference in the room. The big white board and DJ station is a game changer for the teacher. The thing I noticed the most was the reduction of clutter. Teachers often become hoarders or they just keep adding to their classroom walls without ever recycling items so it just keeps piling on.]]> 2017-08-27 14:13:38 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/182976407 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/182996525 The space was transformed with teacher input and design specialists. They gave everything a fresh coat of paint. It appears clean and fresh. Love the white board learning space. The tables have rollers on them, I like that idea. More open and easy to get around]]> 2017-08-27 21:23:44 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/182996525 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/183264750 First, the design team stripped the walls and started with a coat of base paint to give the room a fresh appearance. Then they added pops of color with added paint and created space for whiteboards and student collaboration along the perimeter of the classroom. ]]> 2017-08-28 23:31:43 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/183264750 sldavis826 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/184374292 The space was transformed by adding fresh coats of paint and reevaluating the table groupings. I noticed that rather than having all groups of four, they now had some larger groupings. I also noticed that the tables are now on wheels which allow for easy changes to the set up of the classroom. Finally, they added a second whiteboard above the first, as well as some more writeable space along the back wall ("activate the back wall").]]> 2017-09-02 21:41:58 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/184374292 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/209216644 The space has been freshened up with paint. The used a neutral backdrop and then added pops of color. Tables were made mobile by the addition of wheels. 
Students were given areas to collaborate and use a smaller whiteboard.]]> 2017-11-21 18:26:08 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/209216644 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/209272286 This space was simply improved with the addition of color, specifically coordinated colors.  It was lighted and brightened.  The teacher really went through the materials he had in storage and decided what to keep and what to toss, which is an activity every teacher needs to do each year.  Taking the cabinet doors off of some of the cabinets made the space accessible to students and and student material storage.

]]> 2017-11-21 21:04:34 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/209272286 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/209313417 The space was improved by de-cluttering and getting rid of nonessential items. They classroom also received a facelift with a new paint job, bringing bright fresh colors into the room which provides a sense of energy to the space. They also opened up storage cabinets and brought in moveable tables and arranged the differently.]]> 2017-11-22 02:07:14 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/209313417 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/210001574 2017-11-25 05:30:57 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/210001574 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/210064783 The space is transformed by first emptying it out and having the teacher decide what needs to stay and what needs to be thrown away based on if it was used and helpful in the past two years. The next stage is paint and redefining the space with color. Finally putting everything back in the classroom but with a new purpose and functionality. 

]]> 2017-11-25 19:02:13 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/210064783 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/210216435 They used corners to create work space areas. They pushed tables together to create larger islands. Parts of the room were reconfigured so the teacher could teach from the center. They repurposed items and got rid of anything that wasn't used. ]]> 2017-11-26 23:07:28 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/210216435 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/210216438 They ]]> 2017-11-26 23:07:29 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/210216438 bhosmer1 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/210235081 I, too noticed the clutter in the first video and thought that it was one of the constraints in his classroom.  By eliminating unused/unneeded items, the room looked cleaner.  The great colors that compliment each other gives the impression that the room is larger than it is.  Personally, my favorite idea that was shared in the video is the whiteboards in each corners so students can come together as  team to share their thoughts and ideas. 
 ]]> 2017-11-27 01:51:09 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/210235081 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/211227244 Repurposing space to enhance peer to peer learning (corner space), avenues for easy navigation of the classroom, de-clutter (HUGE!), students were a part of the process, eye-catching colors, open layout, more whiteboard walls, less on the walls, eliminating unnecessary items. ]]> 2017-11-29 01:34:49 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/211227244 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/211599224 The process of toss or keep helped to reduce the clutter. I love the idea of putting white boards and group space in the corners. The room looks so much cleaner with fresh coat of paint with accent colors for personality. ]]> 2017-11-29 19:40:55 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/211599224 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/211719638 The decluttering and removing of all of th unnecessary "things" was huge transformation.  It was transformed by just adding more light, opening the layout, created more workspace areas.  Opening up the storage cabinets and expading the whiteboard was also essential.]]> 2017-11-30 07:10:05 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/211719638 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/212132651 Decluttering! Anxiety for most teachers, but so very needed. Adding colour to the room and taking doors off of cabinets made the room appear larger. Allowing areas for flexible groupings by utilizing all corners of the space makes learning areas for more dynamic interaction, which was one of the goals of the teacher and what students saw as missing!]]> 2017-12-01 02:27:57 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/212132651 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/212141243 My favorite aspects of the transformation include the large white board so everyone can see the notes he posts on the board and the genius bar that was made lower so his students could utilize that collaborative space. As all of the kids noticed, the room looked less cluttered because of all the extra decorations that were taken off the walls. Now your eye is drawn to the nail art: SOLVE. This correlates with a video from our previous segment which mentioned students should know what the space is all about from the time they walk through the door.]]> 2017-12-01 03:50:17 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/212141243 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/212483307 It is amazing how just a fresh coat of paint can make a big difference in a space.  I have had the opportunity to paint a classroom before and it made a huge difference, not only in how I felt about my room, but also in how my students treated the classroom space.  In this stage, all of the space had a fresh coat of paint, there were additional white boards added, some of the cabinet doors were removed, the room was decluttered, and there were some additional work stations built into the room to facilitate additional learning spaces.

]]> 2017-12-02 07:53:30 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/212483307 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/212543483 The increase in natural light in the transformed room alone changes the entire feeling of the classroom making it seem even bigger. Rearranging the tables, adding the genius bar, and taking the doors off the cabinets all helped make the space more open and inviting. Both students and the teacher now have more room to work and collaborate. 

]]> 2017-12-02 20:44:15 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/212543483 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/212628902 The room was opened up for the teacher to walk through and wasn't as cluttered. ]]> 2017-12-03 18:03:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/212628902 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/212644814 The classroom became instantly more inviting the minute they painted the walls, rearranged the tables and took the cabinets off the doors. Those small changes alone were probably very inexpensive and didn't take too much effort to help change the feel of the entire space

]]> 2017-12-03 20:02:03 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/212644814 fkuster https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/248716281 They took the pulse of the students and opened up the classroom to create a more collaborative space.]]> 2018-04-05 01:11:56 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/248716281 amarshall17 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/249098394 They did an amazing job cleaning up unwanted things, then started fresh. New paint can make all the difference. The fact that the kids had a say in the design process and picking what they liked they will enjoy the bright green cabinets. The huge whiteboard is a great feature as well as the big solve sign they made. It's so creative, just what they want the kids to do. Grouping the desks also makes the room look bigger.]]> 2018-04-06 02:53:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/249098394 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/249111441 They invited all invested parties to be part of the process. This process is not only important for the teacher, but it is also important for the students and community. The crew created spaces that are more collaborative and inviting. There is no longer just a front of the room where the students can learn.]]> 2018-04-06 04:59:03 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/249111441 jeibensteiner https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/249385565 The space was transformed with a great design plan, a group of willing workers and a community dream. Clearing the room and eliminating non essential items was the first step. Painting the walls, adding pops of color and construction of collaboration areas with wall shelving and whiteboards came next. The final step was rearranging the existing furniture and revamping the teaching area. All of the changes made a much more collaborative learning area. The room appeared larger with many more areas for student to gather in groups to collaborate. There is much better flow. The whole energy of the room was changed. ]]> 2018-04-07 00:52:47 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/249385565 apowers10 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/249452389 Lots of volunteer helpers worked to transform the space during the implementation stage. Community members donated painting supplies and contractors supported the construction expertise. Students helped with the labor. The classroom was enriched with multiple colors and some reconstruction of storage cabinets and display walls. Rearrangement of the tables created greater space for movement around the room. A little housecleaning and elimination of unused teaching materials created efficiency of cabinets, closets and more. (I soooo need to do this step.)]]> 2018-04-07 18:07:10 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/249452389 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/250966743 The space was decluttered first. The teacher tossed anything he hasn't needed or didn't find useful. Then the learning space was painted and colors were added. The designers used reclaimed and donated items to be repurposed to help make a better learning space for the kids. That huge whiteboard was a nice plus to add to the room. ]]> 2018-04-12 01:16:35 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/250966743 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/250971983 I love decluttering and getting rid of unwanted/unneeded items! I love that everyone helped out with the painting. I also really like that they are creating individual work areas for kids with whiteboards and allowing opportunities for collaboration. ]]> 2018-04-12 01:46:54 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/250971983 roxithompson https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/251395370 There was definitely a focus on having a balance between space for collaboration and space for some individual work time, which is important because they are both valuable for student learning. They also made a point of including the students in the process. It reminded me of the article I read in the last lesson about companies like Google that allow employees to help create the environment in which they work. Students helped paint and add some bright colors to the classroom, which was probably something they identified as desirable in the first stage when they did the gallery walk of those pictures. ]]> 2018-04-13 00:45:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/251395370 ljohnson127 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/251836593 The space is transformed first by decluttering the classroom.  This is a helpful idea that many of us can utilize since it is unused supplies that can often take up useful learning spaces.  I loved seeing so many volunteers work together over the weekend to reinvent this space.  Watching the students help make their classroom a better place proves that they truly care about their learning.  This video is a wonderful example of how collaboration can make wonderful things happen.  It was truly amazing to see how many people came together to transform this classroom for the betterment of all.]]> 2018-04-15 02:05:01 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/251836593 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271474057 Clearing out the clutter was really important in transorming the space. The addition of color and all of the whiteboards really changed the feel and utility of the room. Using the perimeter of the room more efficiently freed up floor space and made the room easier to navigate. I particularly liked the addition of the whiteboard and plexi under the ELMO so the teacher could use the ELMO more effectively.]]> 2018-07-30 19:39:52 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271474057 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271570063 The first step was to completely clear out the room and start with as blank of a canvas as could be achieved. Having the teacher go through and really decided what was needed/wanted in the room versus what was unnecessary was a big step in making sure the space was functional and not over-cluttered. I like that this implementation stage was completed without spending thousands of dollars on new furniture. Rather, the focus was on altering the space that existed and working with the materials on hand. It's amazing what can be done when things are cleared out, repainted with a purpose, and certain elements are added with a specific purpose in mind (such as the use of the walls to promote collaboration with stations and whiteboards).]]> 2018-07-31 16:17:07 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271570063 mpoh https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271575153 I was amazed how much the space changed simply by taking everything out and decluttering. I think it's very difficult as an educator to ever throw anything away - resources can be scarce, and we often make due with what we have. Throwing things away makes the space more usable and clean, but that's a big hurdle for many. The fresh coat of paint made the room feel bigger and more inviting as well. I also noticed the tables came back in on wheels which makes them easier to move around.]]> 2018-07-31 17:24:38 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271575153 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271603343 The first step clearing and decluttering the classroom was essential in this transformation.  The walls had so much visual clutter and the room was very crowded.  I thought that changing the table arrangements made much more space to walk in between the tables. I liked the work stations in the corners of the room.  The height of the stations was great because the kids could stand and collaborate and use the white boards.  The teacher work station looked much more organized and he was closer to the students.  Lastly, the use of color was good.  The white walls and bright accent colors made the room feel comfortable.  I would like to work in that environment and I am sure the kids were excited about their new room!]]> 2018-07-31 23:45:46 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271603343 mypcoordinator https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271657340 Clearing out the clutter was essential to making the best use of this classroom space. So often I think we as teachers tend to be pack rats, thinking that this or that might be useful next year or the year after, so the clutter just piles up. The use of colors really brighten up the classroom and make it more inviting.]]> 2018-08-01 11:14:46 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271657340 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271691372 It's amazing what a bright, fresh coat of paint can do! It made the classroom feel much bigger and brighter. Decluttering was also a huge step. It is so easy to let things accumulate and not really realize that there are things in the back of a cabinet that haven't been used in years. I love the idea of the studio spaces in the corners with the whiteboards in them. I also loved that they put those big bulky tables on wheels. Such an easy fix to make the classroom more flexible!]]> 2018-08-01 17:43:11 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271691372 hholleyman https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271708101 2018-08-01 21:21:08 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271708101 hholleyman https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271708108 2018-08-01 21:21:13 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271708108 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271775058 I think that having a support team or volunteers to help with the process can be key to how successful things can be. Decluttering and clearing the space allows for the transformation to really begin.]]> 2018-08-02 12:38:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271775058 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271822705 It was stripped down to the essentials. By removing excess clutter it will allow for a more open feel. Being able to paint the walls will give the room a new "fresh" feeling as well. I love the incorporation of color to the room. - Christina Ansell]]> 2018-08-02 21:34:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271822705 hamamuras https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271835473 The room was initially de-cluttered and the walls were given a fresh coat of paint with pops of color.  This change makes the learning space more inviting for students.  I love that they added in the collaborative whiteboard spaces around the classroom where students can work together in bigger teams.  It also looked like they added wheels to the tables making them more mobile for different grouping situations.  How lucky this teacher is to have that team of people helping him out]]> 2018-08-03 00:31:48 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271835473 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271932869 The room was cleaned and decluttered.  I loved that the designers told him to get rid of what he hasn't used in a year.  This is often a difficult step for some people but it has a big impact and can drastically change a space immediately.  They also started painting and building things like storage units and adding collaborative areas with dry erase boards.  I love room makeovers so I can't wait to see the final reveal.]]> 2018-08-04 03:27:59 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271932869 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271955265 2018-08-04 17:22:52 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271955265 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271959398 During the implementation stage the classroom was cleaned out - everything was taken off the walls, all the furniture was removed, and all the shelves were cleaned out.  From there the classroom began the transformation with a base painting on all the walls.  New learning spaces were created in the back of the room, the cabinets were painted, and new designs were displayed on the walls.]]> 2018-08-04 20:27:00 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271959398 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271962943 The room went from dingy shades of beige to clean white. The surfaces went from cluttered to cleared. The tables went from pairs spread equally around a room that did not have the space for them to shifted into quads and moved toward one wall. This allowed the teacher to occupy a larger space, not only at the front of the room, but in the middle, too. Everyone is able to move around the room and do the group work that they all liked to begin with.]]> 2018-08-04 23:19:32 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271962943 michelehill06 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271992311 The room was bright and colorful, but at the same time looked clean and organized. This is much different from the dark and cluttered learning space that was captured on camera when the designers first arrived. It also supported mobility, collaboration, and inspired creativity by thoughful placement of furniture and storage for organization. ]]> 2018-08-05 15:53:41 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/271992311 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272007743

]]> 2018-08-05 23:11:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272007743 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272012734
The space is organized, colorful but not overhwhelming, and clean.  The clutter is gone and it opens up the space.  New student collaboration stations are installed and the student tables appear to fit better in the room.

]]> 2018-08-06 00:18:21 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272012734 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272020559 The room was emptied so that they had a clean slate to work with. I think this is so important because many teachers keep the same things up on the walls or in the classroom even when it is no longer useful...decluttering regularly is so important. The room was given fresh paint and pops of color added to the storage areas. Wheels were added to the table for easy movement. They were able to find ways to utilize additional space by adding workstations in the corners. ]]> 2018-08-06 01:38:21 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272020559 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272116374 The designer told him to get rid of stuff not used in the last year--that can be so hard to do! But I have a bunch of things just collecting dust in file folders that I'm afraid to get rid of, and that kind of stuff takes up so much space! BUT, they cleared space simply by decluttering. Also, the paint invigorates the classroom. By losing drab colors and creating more space, they were able to improve the functionality of the classroom itself.]]> 2018-08-06 20:10:55 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272116374 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272119023 I noticed that they gave lots of space for writing with markers. It really shows that every inch can be used. It's also a simple and fun idea. I also love that the kids were involved. I think they will be more likely to enjoy using the new space.

]]> 2018-08-06 20:42:02 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272119023 shannonlundgren1 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272120969 I loved the first step- emptying the room.  There is always so much STUFF in a classroom and how much of it is really used.  Her Keep or Toss I think is so important for the decluttering.  the fresh coat of paint is super.  Even if it is the same color the freshness of the new paint makes the room feel more ope and cleaner.  The amount of space for students has increased.  The addition of the corner work stations is a great way to get the kids up and moving.  The white boards offer a place for collaborative work and visual thinking.  This is so helpful to the kids!  The feel of the room is more open and inviting.

]]> 2018-08-06 21:11:52 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272120969 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272190738 Great use of writeable areas- amazing how painting can transform a room. I agree with Shannon- emptying the room is a really powerful way of making you gauge the necessity of each item. It clearly looks much bigger and certainly more welcoming.

]]> 2018-08-07 11:33:33 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272190738 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272232061 The cleaning out of the room was a great step that I know I need to do!  I love the addition of the whiteboards all over and the color on the cabinets and desks.  I have the same desks in my room and now am wanting to paint them!  I like how the students and community were involved and how much more could be accomplished with their help.  ]]> 2018-08-07 17:26:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272232061 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272270557 It's good to clear out the clutter and if you haven't used it, then get rid of it.  That will create a lot more space.  It seemed a lot brighter with new paint.  I love the idea of "activating wall space" and how they added a bar for people to gather around. ]]> 2018-08-08 00:28:48 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272270557 chris_hespe https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272271222 Purging anything that you haven't used in a year is always a great way to bring much needed space to the classroom.  In this case, it likely opened up a ton of space that could then be transformed for student use rather than simply for storage.  Bright colors were key.  The base paint alone immediately brightened up the space and brought some energy to the classroom.  It looks like they found storage solutions for backpacks, jackets and books as well.  Clearing up the space Steve and his students needed to navigate the classroom]]> 2018-08-08 00:34:03 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272271222 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272289636 I started purging my classroom a few weeks ago, and it is liberating! I finally threw out my student teaching materials (this is my nineteenth year, so it's about time). I love all the areas upon which the students can write. The collaboration and team building in the actual creation of the classroom is the best part of this!

]]> 2018-08-08 03:24:16 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272289636 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272441824 Bright colors were used to liven up the space. I also noticed wheels being put on the tables for mobility. I thought I saw a double high white board which maybe will be used as a pull down whiteboard? The walls got shelves and workspaces attached to them probably to free up space or to allow for a new type of workspace. The teacher had to purge, which I think is the theme of "less is more". The more space the better, so waste not the space you/he has with unnecessary clutter. I'm expecting a very clean, colorful, adaptable, and open space for the students.]]> 2018-08-09 03:33:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272441824 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272513642 The space is decluttered and a painted a fresh white color.  There were wheels added onto the desks to enable flexible learning spaces for collaborate. It appears they have created cubbies of sort which were painted in fun bright colors.

]]> 2018-08-09 16:28:42 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272513642 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272731709 The space is transformed from too many things in one place to a space that is organized, clean, fresh paint colors and a place where learning can more easily take place. The room actually looks quite a bit bigger, with more collaborative spaces and space for the teacher to move around.]]> 2018-08-11 22:53:01 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272731709 nvazquezgomez https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272763825 First, all the unused materials were removed from the classroom. The teacher had to decide what materials to keep and what to toss. All the clutter was cleared from the classroom. The storage space surrounding the classroom was also redesigned. There was much space surrounding the classroom, as it was transformed into working spaces. Also, brighter paint was used.]]> 2018-08-12 17:50:45 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272763825 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272769671 The designer recommended to look through things inside the classroom and reflect what things have been used in the last year. If it hasn't been used then it is better to throw it away. The designers where in the classroom drawing a layout that showed a more open classroom with the idea of having a space to walk around and for students to work at different places of the room.]]> 2018-08-12 20:41:16 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272769671 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272798863 They cleaned the classroom out completely down to the bare walls and cabinets. The designer asked the teacher to play keep or toss - and basically decide what materials were used within the last school year and their value to learning. It reminded me of the time I hired a declutterer to work on trouble spaces in my house. They also got paint donated from local shop and repainted the space. They added larger white boards and I love the addition of wheels to the desks to make them more movable. This will provide the class the ability to have differentiated collabortion as well as movement. ]]> 2018-08-13 02:45:43 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272798863 john_hanson https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272807734 The space is transformed into something more flexible and functional. Space was opened up to allow for more movement and opportunity to collaborate. Color was added to energize and engage students. Clutter was removed or condensed as well. Overall, the room has a greater opportunity to be energized with variety and opportunity. ]]> 2018-08-13 04:17:33 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/272807734 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/273874904 This reminded me of an episode of Hoarders.  They took out everything this teacher had in his room and made him make the decision about what goes and what stays.  I bet this made a world of difference in using the space.  Mostly they looked like they made the space less cluttered and more intentional.]]> 2018-08-18 21:45:47 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/273874904 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/274702646 I am a big person on lighting. The way the room light up has an instant effect on the teacher and the students. The teacher mentioned the ineffective use of his walls because of clutter or "shelving" in the classroom. The mobility was increased, the working spaces were increased, and the teachers efficiency was increased.  

]]> 2018-08-22 20:02:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/274702646 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/302345618 It is decluttered and painted! As an art teacher, I love the new pop of color!




]]> 2018-11-08 21:36:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/302345618 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/307434154 It was methodically picked through. The space is brighter for students. It allows for more collaboration

]]> 2018-11-24 20:43:44 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/307434154 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/308034765 First the room was cleared and an inventory was take to determine what was needed and what needed purged. Once the room was cleared then the plan was implemented and the rebuild began.

]]> 2018-11-26 21:22:37 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/308034765 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/308104424 It was cleared, cleaned, and brightened up with color.  I found it interesting the the color came not from the decorations, but from the furniture and wall spaces.

]]> 2018-11-27 03:06:51 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/308104424 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/308222545 The space was re-conceived to prioritize mobility: the teacher being able to access all students and all parts of the space, the furniture being able to move easily to reconfigure space usage, the students being able to move around and access areas that were designed to be used in different ways as fit their learning needs at particular times.

]]> 2018-11-27 12:26:38 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/308222545 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/308568330 While this makeover involved a team of experts, I love that the process could be used by any teacher who wants to redesign their space. Two important steps include 1) get feedback from others and 2) purge. Even though the teacher had a list of pain points for this classroom it was great to have someone from the outside observe the space and how it is being used to generate an additional list of problem areas. Additionally, involve students in the planning process. Have them provide suggestions for improvement, as well as what would make the space more learner friendly. My former district just renovated every elementary and high school building and put a variety of flexible furnishings in classrooms that were designed by each teacher. Many of our elementary teachers begin the year with the furniture in the corner of the room and allow the students to determine the placement of items in the learning space over the first week of school. Finally, purge! Teachers are hoarders, myself included. I remember walking into my first classroom where I was provided nothing but a set of textbooks. Here, the same rule applied to his classroom materials as it does cleaning out your house: if you haven't used it in a year, get rid of it. If only it were that easy! :)]]> 2018-11-27 22:37:21 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/308568330 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/308625727 They cleaned the room, painted and got rid of unnecessary materials.]]> 2018-11-28 04:12:04 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/308625727 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/308625815 2018-11-28 04:13:00 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/308625815 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/309029876 Getting rid of unnecessary materials is a great idea. thought the use of wheels on the tables to make them movable was a great use of resources. The space appears to be much more user friendly]]> 2018-11-28 20:15:38 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/309029876 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/309071129 2018-11-28 22:09:20 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/309071129 mcdevittj https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/309251205 The storage was reevaluated, toss or keep cleaned up the space. The "studio" corners are really neat with whiteboards for team collaboration and areas for the teacher to move more freely and meet with more students. Love to see the wheels on the tables- something I've definitely thought about in my own space! Fresh paint makes a huge difference to bring light to the classroom. ]]> 2018-11-29 13:11:55 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/309251205 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/310102246 During the implementation stage, the design ideas are put into place. The storage areas are examined, and anything not used in a year is tossed, helping to reduce the amount of space devoted to clutter. The area is mapped out, cleaned, and painted. The space is then transformed into the plan that the designers have created.]]> 2018-12-01 21:14:15 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/310102246 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/310740423 The space was de-cluttered, neutralized and then popped with colour.  I also like the idea of leaving a few projects for the teacher and students to complete together.

]]> 2018-12-04 04:22:38 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/310740423 ccase3 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/310744230 Three major aspects of the classroom were transformed during the implementation phase. First was the storage, it was enhanced, made more accessible, and the teacher's materials were decluttered. Second the learning space was made more student focused by putting the tables on wheels, adding collaborative spaces around the room, and adding whiteboard space. Lastly the teaching space was improved with a larger whiteboard space, larger screen, and better space to use the document camera from.]]> 2018-12-04 05:00:29 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/310744230 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/311014024 The space we transformed into a usable space. I love that the teacher, designers and students all worked together to create a space to promote learning. The room is decluttered and functional. 

]]> 2018-12-04 17:09:45 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/311014024 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/311050759 The class was gutted, the plan that was previously designed using the input from teachers, students and community was put in place. Using strategies to minimize the costs they were able to redesign the space in a very small amount of time. The movement, the collaboration, the storage, the learning space and teaching space were all the issues that were addressed during the implementation stage. ]]> 2018-12-04 18:11:15 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/311050759 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/311210459 Everyone had a voice in the transformation. Volunteers and students pitched in to redesign the classroom. The new design allows more collaboration and movement. ]]> 2018-12-05 02:59:01 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/311210459 hpate1 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/311521417 They took everything out to have a clean slate to start with. They planned where they would put different learning stations, keeping some of the priority issues (the teachers ability to move around) in the forefront of their minds. ]]> 2018-12-05 18:31:43 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/311521417 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/311623077 The space transformed from a crowded, unorganized room to one that was more organized, looked fresh and clean, provided more space because of placement of existing furnature, and encouraged the collaborative classroom he was always trying to achieve. Through the redesign, more collaborative spaces were created that utilized technology and analog solutions.]]> 2018-12-05 22:30:58 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/311623077 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/311664867 They took everything out, cleaned room, then sorted through all storage supplies. They painted the room with bright new colors. They utilized corners of room to build counters over heating grates to allow for student whiteboard collaboration areas. They framed a new area on the wall to act as a screen for projector. They re-imagined the entire classroom while keeping in mind the goal of discovering how to provide ample walking space throughout.]]> 2018-12-06 03:02:37 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/311664867 mm7thgrade https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/312524876 Everything was removed from the room and then they went through the materials and supplies and kept items that were used and got rid of things that were not used in a year. They they met and brainstormed ways to incorporate more movement in the classroom. Next, they painted and added more work spaces and storage elements to the room. I also noticed they added wheels to the tables for more movement and flexible grouping. ]]> 2018-12-08 16:44:53 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/312524876 blackey https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/312554343 The was cleared out and re-organized to keep only the most relevant materials this will force the teacher to make good decisions about the materials they actually use..  The furniture was re-purposed to allow more configurations.  They added more work space around the perimeter of the room to allow the students to spread out and collaborate. Finally the repainted the space and redecorated with light and color in mind.]]> 2018-12-08 20:26:59 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/312554343 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/312655802 First, the classroom was cleaned. Everything was removed, which is important because then you can see the actual space that you have to work with. Then, one of the designers had the teacher play the "keep or toss" game, where he only kept materials that he has used within the last year or so (I definitely need to do this..). Later, the planning phase began. They planned the space on the whiteboard. Later, they went and picked up the materials, painted, and started organizing and building. The cool thing is that the kids were involved in the process.]]> 2018-12-09 16:19:09 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/312655802 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/312701280 The classroom was emptied, as Steve said, it looked like the room through up. Melanie played 'toss or keep' with him -- her general rule was if it isn't used in the past year, throw it. As an aside, I feel that I need to play this game too. Often I save things that I think I might use, but rarely do. After which, they had student and parent-volunteers help paint and do some of the fine details. They started with a base-coat of white, and then added accents and colours. ]]> 2018-12-09 19:52:07 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/312701280 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/312731987 Everything comes down so they are essentially starting with a clean slate except, of course, for all the "teacher stuff" which is to be sorted through.  I think this sorting is probably a pretty important step that maybe didn't get enough attention.  Then the base paint is put on which really seems to brighten up the whole room.  After that dries the volunteers start adding personality by mixing up the colors, taking doors off cabinets, things like that.  I'm pretty sure the desks stayed the same, but they were reconfigured to make it easier for the teacher (and the students) to get around.  The DJ Dashboard was a pretty cool idea.  They did make it more accessible so the teacher had everything he needed right there, but it was actually more of a mindshift with that space, I think.  Putting up the whiteboards and small counters in the back added a place for standing (which many students need) and "thinking" outloud.  And everything just looks cleaner and more professional and says "Everything about your learning is important."]]> 2018-12-09 23:11:26 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/312731987 ljones65 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/313580638

]]> 2018-12-11 19:22:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/313580638 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/325121632 The use of paint transformed the space a lot. It is a lot brighter and clean looking with the new paint colors. The pops of color really made the space look fun and inviting to students. Student demonstration stations were set up around the perimeter of the room where there were whiteboards where students could show their learning. This gives a whole new level of ownership of learning to students -- to be able to write and share on a big board. The teacher space was moved more to the center of the room which I think was key to helping the teacher be more in the middle of it all, instead of at the front and around the perimeter only.

]]> 2019-01-28 19:37:30 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/325121632 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/326423313 Beyond the clean look provided by a fresh, bright coat of paint, the major transformations I saw occurring were the updated storage space (when combined with getting rid of unused materials should make a huge difference), and the way they made use of wall space for white boards and collaboration areas around the room. I love that idea. I am curious to see how the placement of furniture will be changed to increase engagement and productivity as well... ]]> 2019-01-31 18:48:22 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/326423313 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/345023035 The paint helped the space to look cleaner and brighter and more inviting. The teacher got rid of materials that he doesn't need or use anymore to help have more room in the classroom. The construction workers built areas in each corner of the room for students to meet and collaborate and have a whiteboard to draw/make plans. 

]]> 2019-03-25 21:12:12 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/345023035 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/345722936 2019-03-27 14:32:03 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/345722936 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/345902237 The space was transformed by removing all the items in the classroom and starting fresh- going through what is used and not used, and starting with a nice, clean, and crisp palette.]]> 2019-03-27 21:03:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/345902237 skosakowski https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/345928153 Samantha Kosakowski]]> 2019-03-27 23:23:35 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/345928153 skosakowski https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/345931292 The space was transformed by removing and reducing clutter.  New paint, moving the furniture, adding whiteboards and better storage solutions were essential to maintain the look of a organized room setup for collaboration and learning.]]> 2019-03-27 23:42:49 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/345931292 dana_lantz https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/346727500 The design team created corners in the room for team collaboration, avenues for the teacher and students to move around, they painted bright white to the ceiling, and light gray and other colors on the storage areas, and put casters on the tables so that they could easily move around. So far it looks much better and I can't wait to see the final result!]]> 2019-03-30 00:53:42 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/346727500 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/346808755 The space was transformed by painting white and vibrant colors, taking out materials that hadn't been used in awhile, adding student work tables and white boards around the corners, and re-arranging the existing furniture so the teacher could navigate the room.]]> 2019-03-30 18:51:07 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/346808755 htrude1 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/346907130 The transformation started by taking everything out of the room and then going through the materials to determine what to keep and what to toss. The design team painted the room using white as a base coat, and then adding vibrant colors to make the room warm and inviting. The team created whiteboard space in the corners of the room for the students. They also added wheels to the furniture to allow for increased flexibility. By rearranging the furniture, the teacher will be able to navigate around the room with ease. ]]> 2019-03-31 16:05:27 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/346907130 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/347402880 its transformed into a non traditional work/learning space

]]> 2019-04-01 21:44:21 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/347402880 lrochman1 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/347422878 The space was transformed with the help of a team of volunteers to implement the design. The room was cleared out and redesigned  with the help of experts to be a more effective teaching space. They addressed the teacher's needs, but also made the space more appealing and efficient for the students. Collaboration , free movement and and the use of technology were all supported through the redesign. 

]]> 2019-04-02 00:04:22 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/347422878 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/347428994 The space has transformed tremendously. With the help of the community and with everyone doing their part, it seems that everything is a go when it comes to bettering this space. Everything done has a purpose in mind. ]]> 2019-04-02 00:40:12 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/347428994 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/347572364 2019-04-02 12:00:36 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/347572364 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/347892083 2019-04-03 01:52:13 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/347892083 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/347913305 2019-04-03 04:03:03 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/347913305 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/348193652 The space is transformed to a cleaner, brighter, and less cluttered room. The bright colors create a happy atmosphere and this will have an impact on student mood which in turn increases learning. It looks like the room is much easier to navigate for both teacher and students.]]> 2019-04-03 17:21:42 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/348193652 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/348319501 The most impactful changes seemed to be light, space and positioning of the instructors space. I think it's great to have materials projected with the teacher physically among the students as part of the group. This placement can help build upon the social emotional connection for teachers and students.]]> 2019-04-04 00:17:49 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/348319501 slfrost1 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/348353042 The walls are less cluttered, painted a neutral palette and pops of lively color are added throughout the room which really bring life to the classroom.  Areas where students can get up to congregate at the genius bar and activated back wall, as well as the open space in the center of the room,  allow students to have breathing room to move and engage in a variety of ways.  The teacher will be able to bring life to their learning because now he can navigate through the room and reach all students for the personal connection that is essential to create a sense of belonging and value.

]]> 2019-04-04 03:13:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/348353042 supersteamer https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/348354975 I noticed the exterior walls the most. There was more breathing room from eliminating some of the exterior shelving. There was greater focus on how and where the students would collaborate together. The color of the walls gave the appearance of greater depth. Seating is being spread further apart to give students the ability and freedom to work with others. ]]> 2019-04-04 03:24:54 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/348354975 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/348652869 2019-04-04 17:47:14 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/348652869 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/348712764 The room was de-cluttered and sections were re-purposed. Colors were brought in to draw the eye to places throughout the room. The room was brightened as well. The wall space was redesigned with whiteboard space to increase collaboration opportunities. The tables were reconfigured to help with flow and movement in the room ]]> 2019-04-04 19:58:54 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/348712764 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/349269757 The team started by removing everything and throwing away stuff that wasn't needed anymore. As they began to redesign the room, they added storage and changed the paint colors to make the room more inviting. They also added casters to the bottom of the student tables to create flexible seating options. ]]> 2019-04-07 17:02:27 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/349269757 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/349676869 Removing everything from the space. Reevaluating what can be kept and what was clutter. Bringing the space to life with color. Getting the help of students to help transform the space.]]> 2019-04-08 19:03:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/349676869 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/349734026 By removing everything you are able to see the space as a blank canvas and you can then decide how you want the space to be utilized. you are than able to go back and see what items will work for this new vision and which ones hinder it. ]]> 2019-04-08 22:52:57 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/349734026 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/349760012 Starting with a clean slate is so important. Also, if there's one thing I've learned from Marie Kondo on Netflix is how to purge. Getting rid of materials/items that have not been used or are not helping to facilitate learning goals is a great place to start. During the implementation, the team also considered what wasn't working, what they needed to allow for more collaborative and innovative learning, and included the student voices for what they wanted/needed, which was so important. I loved how they considered having multiple learning spaces throughout the room, as well as brightening the space up and opening up a walk way so the teacher could walk around during facilitation time. 

]]> 2019-04-09 01:21:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/349760012 mitcheom1_3 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/350219461 With a cleaner room with bright paint, you are able to really see how you can effectively use the space in the room creating an engaging and comfortable 
learning environment . 

]]> 2019-04-10 04:43:59 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/350219461 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/350617933 The space is transformed by committing to a fresh start. This means removal of items that are no longer useful and reimagining the configuration of necessary items like the teaching station and student seating arrangements. This example included tearing out existing structure and adding other benches, as well as bright new paint. Especially important is the inclusion of an area exclusively for collaboration.]]> 2019-04-11 02:21:28 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/350617933 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/351400847 The teacher helps conserve space by deciding what materials are needed by tossing materials that are not useful or have not been used in the past year.  A fresh coat of paint is added.  Space is reimagined to help with student collaboration by adding spaces for student project work with a whiteboard space to write on.  More space can't be added to the classroom, so the designers look at how to use the square footage available to its maximum. Students and community members come together to make changes and improvements to the space.]]> 2019-04-13 19:12:26 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/351400847 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/351545241 The consultant helped the teacher to prioritize what he had and purge what was not necessary to keep in the classroom to free up more space. The cleared, cleaned, started painting the room. They also put up new dry erase board all over the room and started building counter tops around at least two perimeter walls. They also removed the doors and painted the existing storage to make it more accessible. Kids and community members all pitched in the help remake the space.]]> 2019-04-15 02:51:35 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/351545241 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/357038138 The volunteer team painted and added whiteboards and maybe chalkboard paint? They also added a large "SOLVE" up on the wall above one of the white boards. There were bright colors on much of the furniture. One of the designers helped Steve to purge things he didn't need. That freed up some of the storage space to become usable space.]]> 2019-05-06 03:43:11 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/357038138 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/372615679 It was transformed by a huge team of people working together to complete a common goal.  Whether it was the designers, builders, community volunteers or even students everyone was chipping in.  People were painting, building and doing anything they could to help complete this project by Monday morning.]]> 2019-07-29 22:48:22 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/372615679 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373078244 It is almost complete re-built. The age-old saying of "It takes a village.." holds true; even in the situation such as a classroom redesign profiled in the videos. Without the initial recognition by the teacher, and the assistance of the designer, nothing would have been accomplished.]]> 2019-08-02 16:51:05 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373078244 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373083227 Everything was removed from the walls and the room to give a chance for a clean make over. Discarding unused materials allowed an opportunity to free up more space to be used for collaboration. The problem of student/teacher flow was identified and then solutions were brainstormed and implemented. ]]> 2019-08-02 17:58:54 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373083227 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373176532 The classroom was emptied of everything as the teacher went back and tossed anything that had not been used in a year. Additionally, teachers, community members, and students all worked together to paint and refresh the space. This is a great example of a group working together to solve a problem and create a new learning space. Very cool! ]]> 2019-08-04 16:06:32 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373176532 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373288456 They brightened up the entire room with fresh paint. They redesigned the corners of the room with whiteboards to encourage collaborative spaces for the students. They reworked the spacing of the desks and storage areas. The entire community came to help out in a variety of ways and provided support to the project. ]]> 2019-08-05 15:28:25 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373288456 william_casey https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373324303 Everything was cleared out to make for a very open, bright and inviting work space. It was also and effort by many people and the collaboration helped to guide the process to new ideas.]]> 2019-08-05 20:46:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373324303 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373324739 I love the toss or keep conversation, if you haven't used it in a year, why keep it? As educators we so frequently make everything on our own that we are reluctant to throw things away. This clutter (hoarding) of teacher stuff, takes up a lot of space once that was removed, the more multifunctional furniture and storage options were created. The bright colors and clearn look allow more of the natural light to flow through and inspired folks. 

]]> 2019-08-05 20:52:27 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373324739 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373380421 Everything in the classroom was evaluated to see if it served a purpose. They got rid of all of the clutter during the toss or keep. The paint brightened and opened up the classroom and made it seems less like a cave. It seemed more organized after they did the transformation. The deep cleaning also definitely helped to liven up the room. My brain could smell the cluttered room full of kids and when they showed the teacher in his transformed room, it was like fresh air.]]> 2019-08-06 05:41:17 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373380421 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373732429 They added white boards on the back wall and corners as a collaboration station.  They utilized the cabinets and added more cabinet space and shelves.  They added color to brighten up the room. Teacher station in the middle of the class.

]]> 2019-08-08 14:08:08 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373732429 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373833026 They de-cluttered the room. It something wasn't used in the last year, they tossed it. They created avenues for the teacher to walk around to talk with groups of students. They created work spaces in the corners with white boards for groups to work at. They brightened the space.]]> 2019-08-09 04:38:00 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373833026 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373979207 They used all of the stages of design. They first started by going back to the basics or the bones of the room and then building from there to create and environment that is user friendly for both the teacher and the students. 

]]> 2019-08-10 19:49:33 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373979207 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373984258 Room allows for better flow. The de-cluttering is huge! I have read a lot of articles recently about how less is more in classrooms. Too much clutter creates distraction and over-stimulation. The room is lighter and brighter and allows for better movement of students.]]> 2019-08-10 22:34:53 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373984258 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373991940 2019-08-11 03:25:33 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373991940 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373991941 One major transformation was the new coat of paint.  That alone can make a huge difference in the feel of the room.  A new coat of paint in primarily white  with splashes of color, can make a huge difference in the vibrancy of the room.  It gave the room life. The other major change seen was that of the de-cluttering of the room, allowing for the room to open up to some space transformation.  There is a flow to the room now that allows the teacher to be more mobile along with students being able to walk around to other spaces made for learning and collaboration.  ]]> 2019-08-11 03:25:33 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/373991941 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/374019130 The classroom and teacher were transformed by "de-cluttering." It's such an important component for space, but a difficult one for teachers to do. Once the "de-cluttering" is complete, you have so much more space to work with and make it productive. ]]> 2019-08-11 18:20:40 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/374019130 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/374029251 The space in the room was visible. This allows students to be able to move around to there desire learning space. They seemed to have use every possible space in the classroom to make it available to the students.]]> 2019-08-11 21:50:41 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/374029251 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/374864169 During the implementation phase, the walls were given a vibrant coat of paint, desks/shelving was built around the perimeter of the classroom, and the teacher was able to de-clutter supplies by throwing out things that he no longer needed. Lastly, the team created avenues for the teacher to walk through. ]]> 2019-08-15 19:21:42 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/374864169 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/409495606 They decluttered and added fresh paint! Sometimes less is more in a classroom so there are not as many distractions.]]> 2019-11-11 15:09:44 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/409495606 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/409753042 They de-cluttered and eliminated supplies that had not been used in the last two years. They added bright colors with paint. I like the addition of the whiteboards in the corners to get the students up and collaborating in a designated space. ]]> 2019-11-12 02:06:36 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/409753042 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/410491876 The teacher started by tossing things he didn't use anymore, which lessened the need for so much storage. It looks like wheels were added to the tables. Students had more whiteboard access, and the whole feel is more open and airy based on the placement of the furniture. The bright colors make this an inviting and inspiring place to be.]]> 2019-11-13 11:31:05 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/410491876 macdonalddon1 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/410681531 They started by eliminating all of the non-essential items in the classroom. Next, they added workspace and storage along the exterior walls. After that, they painted the walls and new storage cabinets to give the room color and a fresh inviting atmosphere. Finally, they rearranged the furniture to create more space for the teacher to move around the room.]]> 2019-11-13 16:31:01 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/410681531 englert https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/411269474 The room was cleaned. I found that to be a great beginning. Classrooms get dirty over time, and a good cleaning is a great place to start. The teacher did the 'Toss or Keep" drill. Great way to de-clutter a space. Wheels were added to furniture to create movable work spaces. White boards were added to create "studios." Seating was arrange to create "avenues" for the teacher to maneuver more easily through the room. The bright colors gave it a fresh feel.]]> 2019-11-14 15:46:22 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/411269474 alycia_horn https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/412451042 The room was emptied and de-cluttered. They then added collaborative working spaces at the perimeter of the room. They added wheels to the bottoms of the tables and added whiteboards to the walls and projection area. Lastly they configured the tables into long tables so that they could be used in rows, as opposed to small stations. ]]> 2019-11-17 23:08:27 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/412451042 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/412497360 Getting rid of things that were not being used, fresh and bright coat of paint, clearing the room and starting from the perimeter... activating every corner of this big room to make sure it is usable and purposeful!  ]]> 2019-11-18 02:53:22 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/412497360 vanbemmelg https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/412793904 Everything was cleared from the room, and the teacher started the process of toss or keep.  Designated spots were created for the teacher as well as collaborative white-boarding sections for the students. Tables were modified with wheels to be movable. ]]> 2019-11-18 16:04:41 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/412793904 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/413001079 Being realistic about not hanging on to something he had't used in a year and the amount space he had to store it in, helped the teacher stay focused on sorting through what he what he wanted to keep and what he would get rid of. I think having everything out of his storage space in one place where he could see it, helped him with this task. Fresh paint help to brighten the room.]]> 2019-11-18 20:18:26 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/413001079 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/413892518 2019-11-20 10:19:53 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/413892518 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/415672166 2019-11-23 16:16:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/415672166 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/415916241 The space needs to be completely bare bones the teacher's "stuff" needs to be de-cluttered as well.  The space becomes more welcoming, inviting and a space for learning to occur for all students.  The teacher can move more fluidly and not be trapped behind his projector.  The space is more personable and inviting with color on the walls and different usage of the wall space.

]]> 2019-11-24 22:30:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/415916241 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/415918081 The teacher decides which of his things he should keep based on what he has used in the last year or found useful. Then the designers essentially gut the room to de-clutter. Many of the group sizes are increased to increase the amount of room for the teacher to move about the classroom, and his Elmo and workspace are moved closer into the students' space to more easily connect with the students. The removal of things from the wall and fresh coat of white paint do wonders to brighten the room.]]> 2019-11-24 22:42:25 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/415918081 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/420326018 The space was transformed into a bright open area. Unused miscellaneous items were removed. I noticed collaboration areas began to take form. ]]> 2019-12-05 16:38:28 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/420326018 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/456120585 The implementation stage starts with a toss or keep exercise where Steve needs to decide what is important. Then using color and whiteboards the space transforms into a brighter more open space.There is not more clutter on the sides,just the desks in the middle of the room. The clean white paint makes the room look bigger.]]> 2020-03-07 01:18:52 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/456120585 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/456612821 This classroom was transformed by first identifying what materials needed to stay and what needed to go. By de-cluttering the space, it opened up more possibilities for space within the originally cramped classroom. Next, bright colors were brought in to create an inviting and creative space. Lastly, desks were moved in order to create studio situations so the teacher can move more easily throughout the classroom and students can collaborate with one another. ]]> 2020-03-09 01:06:25 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/456612821 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/457186227 This classroom was transformed by observing the current situation and structures provided, getting feedback from those who use the room, and problem solving to identify possible solutions for a limited space. I think keep or toss is hard for teachers, because many of the materials are not ours. We share materials, so we want to hold on to things. I did notice the decluttering was helpful in clearing the space out. ]]> 2020-03-09 21:00:45 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/457186227 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/459181668 The classroom transformed with the help of many people who cared about making sure the learning space was functional for both the students and the teacher. I like how the tables had wheels. My tables at school have wheels and it is the best because then we can change how the classroom functions for collaboration or partner work or for listening. They purged the old and made it a functioning room. They put up whiteboards for student collaboration and not just teacher demonstration. ]]> 2020-03-12 14:18:37 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/459181668 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/462135670 The space transformed by making more space to move around. The classroom is more efficient for the teacher by having materials in easily accessible locations. The classroom also provides a lot of opportunities for students to collaborate and explore.]]> 2020-03-16 17:37:03 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/462135670 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/463795906 It is transformed by first deciding what he wants to keep or toss. The cabinet doors are taken off to make materials more accessible, the room gets a fresh coat of paint, collaboration centers are built to provide peer to peer learning and the tables are rearranged to allow better flow in the classroom. ]]> 2020-03-17 22:07:17 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/463795906 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/465214663 Everything is removed to work with a blank canvas, so to speak. The room is redesigned by painting and allowing the students to help. ]]> 2020-03-18 20:29:26 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/465214663 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/466518254 The learning space is transformed by first clearing everything out, deciding if it is useful and something that needs to be kept, then reorganizing in the room. I love how they put wheels on the tables so reorganization can happen. Also taking doors off the cabinets will give a more open feel. This project involved not only the teacher and designers, but it was awesome to see students involved as well - this is their learning space! ]]> 2020-03-19 15:43:52 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/466518254 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/467650826 They remove everything from the room. You can't really get a feel for the room until everything is out of it. I liked the fact that they started with a blank canvas and then before putting anything back in the room they asked if it was useful. They asked if stuff had been used in the last year, if it hadn't been used in the last year then they didn't put it back in the room. They took the doors off the cabinets and built some whiteboards around the room for the students to work collaboratively on. ]]> 2020-03-20 11:39:42 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/467650826 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/468974471 I think the first thing that I noticed was them moving everything out of the room to see what they were actually working with. Then including all of the students, giving them options on what the space "could" look like, using the dots to signify what catches their eyes. Lastly, including more people in the process of the design, not just the teacher and the designers, but teachers from other departments and people who might not even be affiliated with the school or classroom to get as many ideas as possible for the redesign.]]> 2020-03-21 15:02:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/468974471 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/469247103 After observing and planning how to make the environment better match the teaching and learning goals, the space was transformed by:
-first emptying it out and having the teacher decide what needs to stay and what needs to go based on if it was used and helpful in the past year
-then they applied a fresh coat of paint to brighten up the space and rearranged some of the spaces to enhance peer-to-peer learning
-finally they put everything back in the classroom but with a new purpose and functionality, making sure to improve the overall "flow" and efficiency of the room ]]> 2020-03-21 21:22:51 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/469247103 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/469685099 During the implementation stage anything that had not been utilized in the classroom in the last year or had not been useful did not come back into the room. After clearing everything out of the room, it was cleaned and a fresh coat of paint was put up. Brighter colors were added to tables, storage areas, etc. White boards were added for collaboration stations. Wall space was utilized for tables. Tables were brought back in and rearranged to better suit the needs of the class.]]> 2020-03-22 14:30:41 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/469685099 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/469726853 After problems were identified. Everything was pulled out of the room to make a blank canvas. Students were interviewed and given a part in the design process. A group of professionals were put together in a creative think tank to discuss display space, storage, personality, and teaching zones. The teacher was asked to declutter and the designers created a layout that problem-solved and listened to student/teacher needs. 

]]> 2020-03-22 15:16:01 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/469726853 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/469879624 The most noticeable trend during the implementation stage was the collaboration going on between staff, contractors, students, and volunteers.  A small army descended on the learning space and assisted for two LONG days of determining what stays and what goes, relocating, re-envisioning, painting, and setting up.]]> 2020-03-22 17:40:29 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/469879624 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/489887580 The main focus of the implementation stage was planning. It was inspiring to see a varied group of professionals collaborating to try to think outside the box. The first part of that is clearing and decluttering so you can see your needs and start fresh. We get stuck so many times in the rut of what we might think are the only options for our space. It's just the only options we can think of to meet our needs. Once the designers problem solved some possible solutions to the needs of the classroom then they focused on creating an inspiring version of that solution.]]> 2020-04-02 20:33:51 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/489887580 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/667212593 I think the most noticeable (and applicable) thing to me was the de-cluttering of the room. Obviously, they had to pull everything out to change it, but really thoroughly sorting through what is still needed and what can go is a zero-cost process than any teacher can go through! That, in turn, has an effect on storage space, counter space, etc. It was also clear that the group dynamic of so many people coming together helped keep the team motivated. The design required some careful planning and thinking, but the actual implementation was a way for the whole community to have buy-in!]]> 2020-08-01 22:11:57 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/667212593 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/668040597 Purging is a must. De-cluttering is essential. Most of this stage is planning out in what needs to be completed. So much space is wasted when you are keeping materials that is no longer needed. I like how they brought in others to help in the implementation stage to create the best possible learning space. I also thought it was interesting how they received and seek out help from the community to help with the cost aspect of redesigning. ]]> 2020-08-03 14:16:12 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/668040597 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/669419743 The community effort was a really strong approach which was seen especially during the implementation stage. They were able to clear out the space, redesign it with colors new storage options, and added the wheels to the tables. The collaborative thing spaces with the whiteboards was a great way to build new ideas off of each other in a collaborative and effective way.]]> 2020-08-04 19:44:41 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/669419743 victoria_donkin https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/674753677 Everyone came together and helped out to create a space. Getting a planning team together to discuss the options for the space is a must.  All of the brainstorming helped them develop a space that worked for everyone. The teacher decluttered the room.  He threw out stuff that he hadn't used in over a year. They put whiteboards on the walls and seating all around the room. 

]]> 2020-08-10 19:31:53 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/674753677 kelseyshearer https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/676942780 During this phase the designer encouraged the teacher to take everything out of the room, and if if he had not used it in the last year- toss it. I love this to help with the decluttering. Generally speaking, we (teachers) tend to keep things year after year thinking we will use it over and over again. The reality is that with every new set of students, we are redesigning our learning materials, so there is no need to keep things from the past. In addition, so many of our resources are digital now. The paint on the walls and trim really brightened the space. I noticed the construction crew made much better use of wall space by building additional space for kids to organize their backpacks/personal items instead of having them at their feet. I really liked how so many stakeholder groups were included in this process- including the kids! ]]> 2020-08-12 11:29:25 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/676942780 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/678210794 During the implementation stage the plan is applied to the space. I noticed that fresh paint makes the space look sharp and more inviting. The space was de-cluttered as much as possible.  Things are re-positioned to get less clutter and more use of the space. This was a team effort. ]]> 2020-08-13 03:54:03 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/678210794 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/695994371 During the plan implementation stage the team:
- Emptied the room
- Washed the room
- Removed all items from storage (the teacher had to decide to "toss" or "keep" items)
- Designed and planned various areas in the room
- Taped the walls to prepare for painting
- Painted the room (base, trim, top coat, details)
- Build and construct
- Arrange furniture
- Clean up from all the projects]]> 2020-08-24 21:18:58 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/695994371 https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/1332694257 I've always thought lighting was and will always be the most important thing for teachers and students. When we can see sunlight it feels great because it doesn't feel like your isolated in a classroom with artificial lighting. I also love the tables and how they are not in your traditional rows I feel kids love being in groups. Painting a room always feels like a fresh breath of air because it's new and it feels new. I love the whiteboards everywhere its great to have any place to write, teach and take notes. 
 ]]> 2021-03-20 16:02:25 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/1332694257 rilac https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/1333320729 Start with an empty space allows one to imagine what is possible and to create a place that is focus on the best outcomes possible. Creating a room that is not heavy but one with light.]]> 2021-03-21 00:31:59 UTC https://padlet.com/tracy20/t9i27imlmioo/wish/1333320729