Can we talk about how this human is setting up a classroom & filming said setup while being NINE MONTHS PREGNANT. A true superhero.

Shelley, I just have to tell you...I have grown up in classrooms since my mom was an elementary teacher. I have a history of teachers behind me but I've been discouraged to become a teacher because of present day society. I am afraid of the parents who neglect to help their children, administration who wouldn't support me as well as a plethora of other valid concerns. I looked into dozens of other jobs and after years of feeling lost, I am going back to school to become a teacher. You have truly inspired me and I have truly looked up to you through each vlog you upload. I know this isn't an easy career but I think I can make a difference. Thank you for giving me confidence that I CAN do this and be good at it too. Congratulations on baby boy #2 ♡

I used to want allllll the bins but with Covid this past year I was forced to have a rolling cart and absolutely no firniture( we switched classrooms all day instead of students) and I found out that I loved it! No bulletin boards, no nothing except for a few things on my cart. I had a small 3 drawer organizer for paper, pens and electronic stuff, a teacher toolbox for office supplies, and 2 drawers that were deep. I’d put any extra paper in that and the other was for my junk. Doc cam, masks, hole punches, stapler etc. it was literally all on a rolling cart. I gave students notebooks and graded them at desks and called it done. So much reduced paper flow and omg it was the best. I want to keep that cart forever. I still kept crayons markers etc in shoe bins in a corner but otherwise, that was it!

Her:  "I said I wasn't gonna ramble for too long"
Me: Loves the rambling

I just got out of school on June 21st. So, seeing you already getting ready to go back is crazy. Good luck. I’ve been teaching for 25 years. Next year will be my 13th year in 2nd grade. I love watching these videos because it lets me see how teachers in other parts of the country do things.

Over half way through the video I’m like “wait! Is that a flat screen TV?!” What happened to the roll in TVs?!

I’m working toward being a teacher which is my dream job, and watching your videos give me so much joy and excitement! 💕

Just to be clear it was not even 30 years ago that a woman this far into her pregnancy would be considered unable to teach in many states because the shape of her body would be considered too disturbing for students.

It’s so weird seeing others setting up for the new school year where in the uk we haven’t even finished the 2020-2021 year!

Congrats on your pregnancy, I can’t believe school is starting again, I’m so excited for back to school videos etc. ❤️❤️

Are we not going to talk about how she build it by herself?

Our teacher journeys are crazy similar. I too am going into my 5th year and I am going to 2nd grade this year. I have pretty much taught a different grade level each year and I am hoping 2nd is my jam. I’m really excited about it. My classroom theme is also the exact same this year. Black with somewhat of a rainbow color scheme, but I also HATE red and use pink instead. I think I’ve commented on a few videos in the past - I would love to hear your comparison of the older grades to younger grades or tips you have for new 2nd grade teachers. I love your videos! Thanks for sharing your teaching life with us! You’re great!

I’m switching classrooms again this year…. Third times the charm! You know what that means, classroom set up videos and hauls! Thanks for sharing your room. I’ll be sure to share mine when I finish my summer grad classes ❤️

I just got hired as a 2nd grade teacher!! I've been watching you all throughout my time in college and I can't wait for my first year of teaching. Watching this will give me lots of ideas for how to set up my classroom!! ❤️

Going into my first year of teaching and I am so excited!! I am teaching 2nd grade and I actually just moved from Ohio to California to pursue my dreams. We start soon since it is a year-round school and I definitely feel overwhelmed but your videos are so helpful to watch!

The thought of going back to school after 2 years is so exciting!! Your amazing! ❤️

I wish I could go set up. I have a new classroom in a brand new building at my school and am ready to get in there and SET UP but we haven't gotten approval yet. Thanks for the inspo!

As a first year teacher who will be teaching second grade in the fall, I'm very excited for this series!

Even though I'm just going into college to become a teacher these types of videos are so exciting

been watching you since the very beginning and now i'm about to be a first year teacher in 2nd grade!! i am beyond excited and also very nervous to get into my classroom! i get to start setting up on the 20th and the first day of school will be august 4th :)