First week icebreaker activities — build classroom community
First day of school — welcome activity plan
8wClassroom seating chart — arrange desks for optimal flow
8wClassroom supply inventory — count and organize
8wClassroom supply inventory — what's left to order
8wFirst week read-aloud book selection
8wGuided reading groups and literacy station rotation
Parent communication plan — welcome letter and back-to-school night prep
7wSmall group reading rotation schedule — guided reading groups
7wClassroom behavior management system — set up
First week parent welcome letter — classroom introduction
7wClassroom procedure posters — create visual aids
7wParent-teacher conference scheduling template
6wParent communication system — weekly newsletter template
7wMath center setup — manipulatives and station activities
6wBack-to-school night presentation — slides and handouts
6wPhonics screening and small group placement — beginning of year assessment
September curriculum pacing guide — map out first unit