First Day of School Bulletin Board

Posted by Megan Sheakoski Jul 25, 2008

Ever walk down the hallways of your school the first week and think, “Wow! Everyone else has great ideas for their bulletin boards. Why can’t mine be more exciting?” This year create a High Fives from Our Class bulletin board with your students on the first day of school.

Bulletin Board Preparation

Before the kids arrive cover a bulletin board or large wall area with craft paper and add a decorative border. Cut out squares of different colored cardstock and gather markers or colored pencils. Trace and cut out the letters for the title of the bulletin board, High Fives from Our Class, and staple them to the craft paper.

Create the Bulletin Board

On the first day of school have each student trace his hands on a square of cardstock. Across the palm of the hands have them write their names. Then have the students list five things about themselves on the fingers and thumb. For younger students give them questions to answer such as, “What is you favorite color or school subject?” Display each hand on the bulletin board.

The High Fives from Our Class bulletin board encourages primary students to learn about each other while introducing themselves to the teacher. Creating the bulletin board allows teachers to informally assess student skills in a non-threatening manner and is a great way to add personality and color to the classroom environment.