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- Tip #1: Create an open house scavenger hunt for your families. The scavenger hunt will keep them focused as they complete forms, find seats, and meet the teacher.
- Tip #2 Play inviting music during your Meet the Teacher event. I like to play soft music to lighten the mood. Have you ever walked into a room that was quiet and you didn’t know a person?
- Tip #3 Avoid talking about other teachers and staff with families. Gossiping seems like a no-brainer, but humans are human. We tend to say things without even knowing.
- Tip #4 Lock up your treasures! Of course, you should lock up your purse, but that’s not what I’m talking about. I’m talking about things like your STEM Boxes or Math Games.
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- Make Sure Your Students Have Something to Do!
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- Hand Out Your “Teacher Business Card”
- Take Time to Meet Your Students!
Rewind 6 years ago, and I was prepping for my first Meet the Teacher. I was working at a new school and they decided to have this event a full week before school started! Yes, that year I had two full weeks of training… Amid all those meetings and PD's, I had to find the time to set up my classroom. And I had to prepare for Meet the Teacher, all in...
The next year, I spent time preparing for Meet the Teacher, rather than focusing solely on decorating my classroom. Let me tell you, Meet the Teacher does not scare me anymore! The past few years, everything has flowed so nicely and parents were very impressed with my preparedness and organization. Making a great first impression is a good way to s...
For the past few years, my classroom has not been “ready” before Meet the Teacher. Why? Because you are making a GREAT first impression, not your bulletin board decorating skills. I make sure to have my bulletin board backgrounds, borders, and headings up first. If I have time to finish the bulletin board, then I do! However, it is so much more imp...
While your parents are filling out paperwork and talking with you, those kids will need something to do or it will get CRAZY! Remember, they may not know how to act in a classroom, so they may play like they are on the playground! You need to make sure your students have something to occupy their time. My favorite idea for a Meet the Teacher studen...
We already have 20349 things on our plate, are running low on school funds, and need to utilize our time wisely. However, it is a nice gesture to leave a little something for your new students! I see so many cute pins/ideas on Instagram of a cute ideas for a Meet the Teacher treat, but I like easy and cheap! Here are a few ideas that I like to use ...
Every year, I create a “business card” for parents to keep on their fridge, or in their wallet. I give them two versions, one with a magnet attached and one without. I create a business card with all my information, print, cut them out, laminate, and stick a sticky magnet to the back! It's free and easy and parents are always impressed by this deta...
This is definitely the most important tip I have for you! I know it's called “Meet the Teacher” but this is the first opportunity you will have to meet your students. After you introduce yourself to their parents, take some time to chat with your new student. Ask them questions, like “What is your favorite food?” or “What are you excited about for ...
- Go On a Classroom Scavenger Hunt. Create a classroom scavenger hunt for students and parents. Prepare a list of items or places in the classroom, and they must find and take pictures of each item during the event.
- Set Up Parent-Teacher Stations. Organize stations around the classroom representing different subjects or aspects of learning. Encourage parents and students to participate in activities together at each station, promoting collaboration and teamwork.
- Distribute Student Information Sheets. Prepare student information sheets for parents to fill out during the event. This can include important details about their child, such as interests, hobbies, and any specific needs or concerns.
- Do Icebreaker Activities. Plan some icebreaker activities that encourage interaction among students and parents. You can use games or group discussions to help everyone get to know each other.
- Meet the Teacher Postcard or Letter. Before Meet the Teacher night I send a postcard home to the families. I am lucky enough to be able to know my class list before then and get their home address.
- Meet the Teacher Ideas – Documents. It’s important to have the main documents ready to go for parents. Decide what papers you want parents to fill out when they come to meet you so you can collect them immediately.
- Paperless Parent Info. I give parents all of the school documents that I am required to give them. Because there are so many papers from the school, my class information goes into a pdf file and I give the parents a QR code to scan.
- Let Kids Choose a Spot for the First Day of School. I have flexible seating in my room. This means the kids get to choose where they sit on a daily basis.
We’ve pulled together some of the best meet the teacher night ideas and have included some meet the teacher examples that are easy to set up and will ensure you hold a successful event. What Should You Put on a Meet the Teacher Slide?
Meet the Teacher Night can be stressful and overwhelming. Here are a few time-saving tips and ideas to help you have a successful Meet the Teacher or Open House. Read more Meet the Teacher ideas in my first blog post. Let's get started!
This blog post will give you essential tips to help you plan and execute a fantastic Meet the Teacher Night. From guiding parents with signs to organizing supplies with bins, we’ve got you covered. So, let’s jump in and make this back-to-school event unforgettable!
