James: "I apologize for the mess" *classroom looking impeccable*
@Bondwithjames4 жыл бұрын
LOL. 🤷♂️ I'm not sure if you've seen my Mental Health video. However, I'm also diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). While I've improved over the years, it still gets me from time to time. But your comment made me chuckle! #rofl 😂
@bell-2-bellhigh4935 жыл бұрын
I love the LED lights! This is a great video of how one can adapt a high school classroom to make learning fun and engaging! Just because someone teaches high school doesn't mean it has to be "boring." Thanks for the great share!
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
I agree. Actually, many former students asked me why I didn't set up my room like this for them because they "would have learned better." Other students that I don't know pop in and give positive feedback. Thanks for watching and the comment!
@MichelleGayScienceTeacher5 жыл бұрын
Your classroom is so inviting and decorated nicely! I love your flexible seating choices!
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I am happy that I was able to use and be creative with a majority of the classroom furniture.
@ryzomodzz17775 жыл бұрын
Michelle Gifted Teacher we get assigned to seats we don’t get to pick
@diaaida30095 жыл бұрын
You really did a great job ! It is so neat and clear, but also so inviting and cozy! Just loved it ! Thanks for sharing !
@SuperYooshii5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for doing what you do! I have been using some of your ideas this new school year and my kids seem to appreciate them!
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
Awesome. Thank you for sharing that. :)
@joannesantanello73385 жыл бұрын
very impressive! great taste in decorating! alot of time from the heart!
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Joanne. :)
@timwhited7485 жыл бұрын
Your classroom looks wonderful, James! I really like your flexible seating choices and the blue ambient lighting when the main lights are off.
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Tim. Yes, the blue lights are one of my favorite parts of the room.
@alisonmcdonald43875 жыл бұрын
James, I absolutely love the changes you made to your classroom! It looks so calm and under control. If I were a student I would feel fortunate to be in your room.
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Alison. I'm enjoying it and the students that I have this year have made it easy to handle (so far, lol).
@AhappyteacherAtruestory5 жыл бұрын
I like the overall look of your classroom. Not cluttered at all and relaxing. I can't wait to see how you'll handle the flexible seating. :)
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
Yes! I was worried about the cluttered look that I've seen with some flexible seating environments. The room won't be static and will change based on need.
@queendelaclassroom64505 жыл бұрын
Luv the new lab setup James👍🏽👍🏽
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@kumbirayimukarakate96145 жыл бұрын
Wow! way to go cuz. Keep up the great work. Very inspiring indeed!
@Bondwithjames3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
@spirituallyinitiated22 Жыл бұрын
I 💙 it! Blue is my favorite color.
@kristinsatawhite33293 жыл бұрын
I'm inspired!
@17hoot5 жыл бұрын
I loved your classroom tour!!!! I have three more semesters of school left then I will be a middle school science teacher. 🙌🏾 Thank you for your inspiration!
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. Thank you for watching and your comment. :)
@user-bj6ok9zo1w11 ай бұрын
It is difficult to find examples of flexible seating for lab classrooms and secondary students. Thank you! I like the minimalist approach using cool colors for relaxation. The room is inviting and organized. I definitely will use some of your ideas in my lab room. Thank you for sharing.
@mjarndt2 жыл бұрын
This is inspiring. I'm currently finishing up my degree to be a middle school science teacher. You have done a great job on your classroom.
@Bondwithjames2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching and the kind words. Best of luck to you in your journey!
@roderickwoodard14155 жыл бұрын
I love your classroom! 😀 Very warm and inviting for your students. I have a lowered table in my classroom as well and my students LOVE it! 😀 They always ask me if they can sit at it.
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
I had students from two years ago stop by and that was exactly what they said to me (very warm, inviting, and home-like). Last year's students asked me why I didn't do this for them. :-/ However, I am glad I finally set it up.
@roderickwoodard14155 жыл бұрын
@@Bondwithjames That is what people have said about my classroom as well! 😀 My students love it as well! 😀
@apateln915 жыл бұрын
James, awesome set up for the classroom. Love watching your videos and following your journey since you have come back to the classroom. Seems like you and I have similar taste for some interior classroom style. I’d like to know where and how you are able to get your plants held from the ceiling! I know I can get hooks at the hardware store, but any tips? Also tips from avoiding the fire Marshall from forcing us to take it down as it is a “fire hazard”?
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I purchased ceiling hangers from a hardware supply store. They were actually on clearance, and I was able to snag 5 bags for $1.30. The cashier did a double take when she rang me up. As far as your other question: Sorry, I have no advice for that.
@carolynmiles20675 жыл бұрын
amazing room. love the mirror idea. my gamer boys might get a shock when one appears in my room
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
Hahaha. Last year I couldn't tell if a student was on their phone or doing work if they were facing the back. Therefore, I got a little creative this year, lol. I still need to put them up though.
@Zachary812165 жыл бұрын
you are such a great science teacher #goals #whichIcouldpassthetexeschemistry
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
Thank you! You can do it! :)
@christychristy79625 жыл бұрын
I really love your small group area!
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I have several ideas for how to use it. I only got to use it twice the first week of school.
@ms.lister34395 жыл бұрын
Awesome job!
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@leereneecee5 жыл бұрын
I like your classroom!
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@np26795 жыл бұрын
Amazing!!!
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@JoeHoldren-ni8ok Жыл бұрын
Where did you buy your periodic table for the wall?
@sabrinafournier71715 жыл бұрын
Great classroom! Where beauty meets utility! Next time you do a video, please move the camera slower so we can transition gradually with you and wee everything you show us better. Good job!!
@librariandee5 жыл бұрын
Love it! Please tell me more about the blue lights. Where did you buy them how much were they?
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
All the lights in my classrooms (16-17 through the present) were purchased at IKEA.
@sistascientist2375 жыл бұрын
I was like burner..... ahhh bunsen burner.
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
Yea, I thought about putting them together but then I would need something for the other side. I didn't have the time or want to create anything.
@MsAEducator3 жыл бұрын
Hey James, Absolutely love your classroom, so inspiring 😍 I just wanted to ask, what boxes or what exactly you used to make your bloom taxonomy posters stand out. Thank you xx
@Bondwithjames3 жыл бұрын
I believe I used a foam board (I can't remember the name of the material). However, I purchased them from Hobby Lobby and then built small boxes out of them. I'm sure you could cardboard or other material. My room can be humid at times. Therefore, I went for a more rigid material compared to cardboard. I hope this helps!
@MsAEducator3 жыл бұрын
@@Bondwithjames James you are absolutely amazing, I actually got some foam board today, so I will go ahead with this. You have given me confirmation. God bless you. Your spirit is so wonderful and inspiring... thank you ❤
@wvjewelrylady5 жыл бұрын
I am also a HS Science teacher and would LOVE to try this!! How many students do you have in your classes? Can you give me an idea of what you have the kids doing at each of the different areas of your room? Do they rotate through different stations or is everyone doing the same assignment just in different areas?
@Bondwithjames3 жыл бұрын
I generally have about 30 students. If I'm doing stations, I generally create 2 or 4 copies of that station and scatter them around the room so multiple students have access to the same station. I don't dictate a rotation pattern. I allow them to work at their own pace as long as they are aware of the completion deadline.
@davidtaylar88705 жыл бұрын
Does Texas require a Masters for secondary? I knew some states did but I guess I just wasn't aware of how many.
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
Hello, David. No, Texas does not require a Masters for secondary. I worked at the district level and then was an administrator prior to returning to the classroom in 2016-2017.
@DavidHeguy5 жыл бұрын
I love this SOOO much more than last year!!! Just where did you put ur desk?
@sistascientist2375 жыл бұрын
Good question. Where is the teacher desk? I dunno seems to creative to me, what's a sub to do? Where will they sit?
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
I didn't have a desk last year. It was the first thing I got rid of when I moved into this classroom at the end of the 2017 school year.The innovation station (cart with the red document camera) is where I'm usually stationed if I teach.
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
I never had one, lol (see the previous comment). I make the sub move around to monitor the students to ensure they complete what is expected of them. Of course, if the class size is small, the sub could always grab a student seat. However, the person just can't sit behind a desk the entire time.
@DavidHeguy5 жыл бұрын
I swear there was a desk before lmao! Now gotta go hunt in ur videos! I love the idea about the Sub ur so frickin smart sometimes
@thecattt52 жыл бұрын
Your class looks incredible! I am teaching science for the first time this year and would love to do something similar with my class. Would you be able to link some of the places you bought your materials?
@thecattt52 жыл бұрын
I would also love to see how you made those standing tables!
@Bondwithjames2 жыл бұрын
The shop/construction teacher made them for me. :)
@Bondwithjames2 жыл бұрын
It's been so long that I probably wouldn't remember. The paint was at Lowe's, some of the rainbow cart's were at Michael's, and you may have to clarify the other materials you're referring to.
@jaclynshearin80505 жыл бұрын
love love love, I am a 5th year teacher and my classroom is sooo boring. Where did you get the posters you have in the frames?
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
I purchased the design off Etsy and had the images blown up into posters.
@jaclynshearin80505 жыл бұрын
Where did you blow them up? At your school or did you take them somewhere?
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
My district has a media center. We receive discounts and the center will mail it to the school once it’s complete. Although, the person was able to print and laminate my posters while I was doing some work there.
@syncdpilates5 жыл бұрын
how does classroom management work in a space with flexible seating that is so large
@Bondwithjames5 жыл бұрын
To be honest, I really haven't had an issue with management. The only issue is that students tend to go to the same seats even when I tell them they can move around, lol.
@princessgboro2 жыл бұрын
im a first year chemistry teacher this year and I am so nervous
@Bondwithjames2 жыл бұрын
I hope it's going well so far. It's definitely a weird year and I've had an up/down roller coaster ride.