On my first day as a teacher, I had this chaotic class. There were students running around, talking loudly. I decided to start with an ice - breaker. I asked everyone to share one interesting thing about their summer. That got their attention. One girl told a hilarious story about trying to learn to surf and falling off the board multiple times. This made the whole class laugh and suddenly, the mood was much more relaxed and we could start our lessons in a more positive environment.
One of my first - day - of - school teacher stories is when I was a new teacher. I walked into the classroom full of nervous energy. There was a little boy sitting in the corner looking really shy. I made it a point to talk to him first. I asked his name and he mumbled it so quietly. But as the day went on, I noticed he was really interested in the books on the shelf. So I picked one and started reading it aloud. By the end of the day, he was smiling and more open. It was a great start to building a connection with a student.
I remember my first day teaching in a middle school. I was so worried about not being able to control the class. As soon as I entered, a group of students were being really rowdy. Instead of getting angry right away, I calmly walked to the front of the class and wrote a really difficult math problem on the board. I told them that whoever could solve it first would get a small prize. All of a sudden, the students became quiet and focused on the problem. It was a clever way to gain their attention and respect on that first day.
One story is that a new teacher walked into the wrong classroom on the first day. He started introducing himself and the subject he was supposed to teach. After a few minutes, the real teacher of that class showed up and they both were very confused at first. Then there was a lot of laughter from the students.
A teacher friend of mine had a really touching first - day - of - school story. There was a student who had just moved to the area and was clearly feeling out of place. My friend noticed that the student had a drawing of a soccer ball in his notebook. So during recess, my friend organized a small soccer game with the students. The new student was overjoyed and it made him feel welcome. This simple act made a huge impact on the student's first day at a new school.
Here's one. A friend of mine had a new backpack on the first day. As he was walking to his locker, the zipper got stuck and all his books and papers spilled out right in the middle of the hallway. People were stepping over his stuff while he was desperately trying to gather it all up. He still gets teased about it today.
On my first day at school, I was so nervous that I walked into the wrong classroom. I sat down and started unpacking my things. Then I noticed all the kids looking at me strangely. It took me a few minutes to realize I was in the wrong place. I quickly grabbed my stuff and ran out, feeling my face turn bright red.
My best first day of school story involves a really kind teacher. I got lost on the big campus trying to find my next class. I was on the verge of crying when this teacher found me. Instead of just telling me where to go, he walked me to my class. Along the way, he told me some interesting stories about the school's history. That small act of kindness made me feel welcome and excited to be at the school. I always remembered that teacher throughout my school years.
My first day of middle school was a mess. I was so nervous that when the teacher asked me my name, I completely blanked and said the name of my dog instead. Everyone burst out laughing, and I was mortified at first, but then I just joined in the laughter. It was a really ice - breaker moment and made me feel more relaxed for the rest of the day.
On my worst first day, I sat next to a really mean girl in class. She kept stealing my pencils and when I asked for them back, she told the teacher that I was being mean to her. The teacher believed her without even asking me my side of the story. I was so frustrated and angry. I spent the rest of the day in a really bad mood.
I remember my worst first day at a new school. I had prepared my textbooks and everything but when I opened my backpack in the first class, I realized I had grabbed my sister's bag by mistake. So, I had all her girly stuff like makeup and dolls in my bag instead of my own things. The whole class laughed when I tried to explain. It was a nightmare and I still cringe when I think about it.
Well, I remember this girl on the first day of school. She was so excited to show off her new backpack. But when she opened it to get her books, she realized she had left them all at home. She had to borrow from others all day, which was quite funny. Also, there was a boy who got lost in the school even though it was his second year there. He ended up in the janitor's closet instead of his classroom.
Well, on my first day of high school, I got lost trying to find my classes. I ended up being late to every single one. I was so flustered and felt like all eyes were on me as I walked in late each time.