Your impression of a class is heavily influenced by the setting in which you work. In a 180-day school year, students become accustomed to spending a lot of time in a specific room. Here are some of the most interesting, inviting and pleasant classrooms at our school.
Most lit (literally): Room 200
It is a known fact that natural light can be key to academic success. The Physics and Chemistry hallways are placed above the main entrance of the school with big windows facing the neighborhood. Room 200 is situated at the end of this hallway in the perfect spot for the natural light to hit.
Coolest location: 219
David Mower’s Physics classroom is located on the corner between the atrium and the orange pod on the second floor. The room is humorously referred to as the “fish bowl” and is visible from the hallway and vice versa through a big window facing the atrium. The natural light coming from the atrium as well as the hubbub of the location give the room an enjoyable feel.
Most cozy: Room 249
English teacher Chrissey Wiedemann’s Room 249 is iconic to many of her students. The walls are completely covered with posters and the classroom with various objects. You can learn more about the specific items in our article from three years ago, https://yorktownsentry.com/10762/one-day-issue/wiedemanns-trinkets-a-ranking/. The abundance of these unique decorations along with the dimness of the room makes it feel incredibly homey.
Most fun: Room 252
When you walk into AP US History teacher Kevin Bridwell’s classroom, you’ll notice two things: the historic objects and the kitchen supplies. Bridwell has a historic phone booth, an old American flag and radio from the 1940s. One of the highlights of the room is a popcorn machine that Bridwell uses for his students during Friday Patriot Periods. There is also a coffee maker with choices of mugs for students, as well as an oven where cookies are occasionally baked.
Oftentimes classrooms can be overlooked, but it’s important to consider the above factors. Teachers can use these ideas when designing their classrooms to both help their students learn and create a more pleasant environment in the future.
