{"title":"Middle School Inspirational Bulletin Board Ideas","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"shoot-for-the-moon-motivational-bulletin-board-a1039","title":"Shoot For the Moon Motivational Space Themed Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-403 \" title=\"Space Inspirational Bulletin Board\" alt=\"Rocket Moon and Stars Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Space-Inspirational-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Izzyshare.com | Krissy Venosdale\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKrissy Venosdale, Missouri teacher and creator of this dynamic motivational bulletin board featured on Izzyshare, believes that, if they put their minds to it, any one of her students can accomplish great things. The awesome part - she reminds her students daily with this sensational classroom display. While this one might take you a bit of extra time to create, it'll set the tone for a \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egreat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e year - you can count on it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eShoot For the Moon Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black background paper or fabric.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Shoot For The Moon - Even If You Miss, You'll Land Among Stars!\" \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Venosdale used word processing software, fanciful fonts, and brightly colored paper to achieve this look, but you could certainly use a traditional letter trace-and-cut method too!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because there's so much going on with the board, the creator used a plain white scalloped trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Decoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Rocket. Create the rocket from a large piece of cardboard. Cover it with bright fabric scraps, pieces of crafting paper, or bulletin board paper. Be sure to add a viewing \"window\" as well as other fun embellishments! 2) The Stars. Create several sizes of star templates by hand, using these to trace and cut star shapes to decorate the board, find a black and white clip art print online or with word processing software printing various sizes onto white card stock and cut out, or (if you have one) use a die cut machine to create star cutouts. 3) Rope Lighting. This feature is obviously optional. You could find a thick piece of cording, paint it, and attach it to the board to add a bit of extra color or create a border for the message using star cutouts, etc., but if you happen to have rope light, this can be attached to the board using push pins (sandwich the cord between two of them - \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003edon't puncture the light\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e) and you'll have to use black fabric to cover the bulletin board in order hide the extension cord needed to make the lights fully functional, but it's certainly well worth the effort! [NOTE: We didn't realize this, but you can also get battery powered rope lights! That would certainly be more convenient!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMs. Venosdale obviously put a great deal of thought into this one and it shows! The display turned out spectacular and provides a wonderfully positive message for her students all year long! Be sure to check out the other \"snapshots\" of her classroom at Izzyshare!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe'd love to hear what \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e think, so leave a comment below!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eNeed some \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehome school supplies\u003c\/a\u003e or supplies for your classroom? Check out our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com where we offer everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-37-school-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool furniture\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-43-pocket-charts-cards.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epocket charts\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734091276313,"sku":"A1039","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Space-Inspirational-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781617"},{"product_id":"give-people-something-to-be-thankful-foryou-a1052","title":"Give People Something To Be Thankful For...You! Thanksgiving Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-523  \" title=\"Give People Something to Be Thankful For\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Give-People-Something-to-Be-Thankful-For.jpg\" alt=\"Character Building Motivational Turkey Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lessonplans.btskinner.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't just decorate for the holidays this year - \u003cem\u003einspire\u003c\/em\u003e your students to build good character!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHonesty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResponsibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerseverance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerosity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompassion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRespect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf Discipline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooperation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith this simple Thanksgiving-themed bulletin board display from Tonya D. Skinner of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lessonplans.btskinner.com\/bboard.html#autumn\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBulletin Boards for Business\u003c\/a\u003e, you're sure to be well on your way!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBuilding Character Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Give People Something To Be Thankful For...YOU!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skinner used a solid brown wavy trimmer, but you might consider a harvest- or Thanksgiving-themed bulletin board border as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Turkey. Create a turkey body, neck, and head from brown bulletin board paper. You can freehand the cutout or you might be lucky enough to find a a black and white clip art print or image to \"blow up\" using an overhead projector. Add detailing with assorted colors of construction paper or card stock - a buckle hat, feet, a beak, and wattle. 2) The Turkey Feathers. Cut feathers from assorted colors of construction or bulletin board paper. Use a permanent marker to script a good character trait onto each feather. 3) The Details. Create leaf cutouts from construction paper and affix them randomly around the edges of the bulletin board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp your students build good character traits - one feather at a time - with this holiday bulletin board from Bulletin Board for Business!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear what you think, so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eBrowse our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool supplies\u003c\/a\u003e store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com where you can save on everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-37-school-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ediscount school furniture\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-82-inspirational.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSunday school supplies\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734096486425,"sku":"A1052","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Give-People-Something-to-Be-Thankful-For.jpg?v=1522781648"},{"product_id":"dont-get-snowed-under-a1056","title":"Don't Get Snowed Under…Winter Snow Bulleitn Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-653  \" title=\"Don't Get Snowed Under\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dont-Get-Snowed-Under.jpg\" alt=\"Motivational Winter Sledding Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: lessonplans.btskinner.com | Tonya Skinner\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith all it's beauty, winter can be a tough time for many teachers. The season is full of distractions! In November and December, students are distracted by the coming holidays and time off school, and in the months leading to spring students are distracted by their pent up energies and wishes for the freedom that warmer weather brings. With a room full of distracted students, it's hard to keep them motivated and focused on the tasks at hand. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/lessonplans.btskinner.com\/bboard.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTonya Skinner\u003c\/a\u003e has designed a fun, winter-themed bulletin board to remind students not to fall behind on their work \u003cem\u003edespite\u003c\/em\u003e the distractions of the season!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDon't Get Snowed Under... Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fashion a sky from bright blue bulletin board paper and a sledding hill from white bulletin board paper. NOTE: You might need two layers of white paper in order cover the blue entirely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Stay On Top Of Your Work...Don't Get Snowed Under!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skinner's bulletin board display features a solid red wavy bulletin border. You might also consider a winter-themed bordette or trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Students. Skinner's board portrays two different types of students; those that stayed current on their assignments\/studies and those who have put everything off. You can freehand the bulletin board characters onto white card stock or construction paper and use graphic art tools to color them in, or create the characters from pieces of colored construction paper. The students who have chosen to give into the distractions of the season, find themselves \"floundering\" in the snow, while the student who has kept up with their studies waits at the top of the hill - book in hand - to sled down in a sleigh! 2) The Sleigh. You can freehand this onto red construction paper or you might be able to find a black and white clip art image online or though your word processing software and print it directly onto colored card stock. 3) The Snowman. Use construction paper to cut out and assemble a snowman to place at the bottom of the hill. 4) The Snowflakes. Create a template from card stock, using it to trace and cut snowflakes from white and gray construction paper, or find a black and white clip art image and print it directly onto colored card stock. 5) The Clouds. Create a template from card stock, using it to trace and cut several clouds from white construction paper, or find a black and white clip art image and print it directly onto card stock. You might also consider using cotton balls to create fluffy clouds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow do \u003c\/em\u003eyou \u003cem\u003ekeep your students motivated during the monotonous winter months? We'd love to hear about it! Thanks so much for stopping by!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eNeed some \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eeducational supplies\u003c\/a\u003e for your classroom? Why not check out our online store, mpmSchoolSupplies.com, where you can save on everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-450-kitchen-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eplay kitchens for kids\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSunworks construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734097502233,"sku":"A1056","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Dont-Get-Snowed-Under.jpg?v=1522781655"},{"product_id":"a-lesson-from-crayons-a1068","title":"A Lesson From Crayons…Classroom Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-843 \" title=\"Crayon Bulletin Board\" alt=\"Crayon Poetry Motivational Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Crayon-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/artteacheradventures.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKatie Morris, elementary art teacher and creator of the blog \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/artteacheradventures.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/crayon-bulletin-board.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAdventures of an Art Teacher\u003c\/a\u003e, designed this gorgeous bulletin board that can be used \u003cem\u003ein any classroom, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003efor any age group,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e year round\u003c\/em\u003e (...now \u003cem\u003ethat's\u003c\/em\u003e the holy grail of bulletin boards!). Surprisingly, the display is quite simple to complete and brings with it a charming message: it takes \u003cem\u003eall\u003c\/em\u003e kinds to fill a box of crayons and, just like the crayons, each student's unique qualities are essential to the classroom and the community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Poem\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by Shane DeRolf and later published in the children's story \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Crayon Box That Talked\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, the featured poem celebrates the creation of harmony through diversity - perfect for a unit on peace, tolerance, and diversity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe could learn a lot from crayons:\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e some are sharp,\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e some are pretty,\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e some are dull,\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e some have weird names.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll are different colors,\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e but they all have to learn to live\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e in the same box.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eA Lesson From Crayons Display\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground: \u003c\/strong\u003eInstead of messing with background paper, Morris decided to paint the actual bulletin board with leftover craft paint and added detailing, shadowing, etc. with crayons. For those less 'artsy', consider papering the board the traditional way with orange bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use DeRolf's poem. Because there were too many letters, Morris printed the poem onto computer paper and used different fonts to jazz it up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brightly patterned bulletin board trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create crayons by free-handing them onto 12 x 18 pieces of construction paper or finding a black and white clip art crayon to enlarge and trace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734100910105,"sku":"A1068","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Crayon-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781675"},{"product_id":"super-students-bowl-bulletin-board-a1070","title":"\"Super Students Bowl\" Football Themed Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-855 \" title=\"Super Bowl Bulletin Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Super-Bowl-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"Super Bowl Interactive Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/www.educationworld.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's another great bulletin board just in time for the Super Bowl! Designed by the creators at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.educationworld.com\/a_curr\/bullboard\/bullboard026.shtml\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEducation World ®\u003c\/a\u003e, you can tailor this display to inspire teamwork, recognize excellence, teach new concepts, and\/or motivate your students to make it through what can seem like the \"doldrums\" of the winter season! Be sure to visit the full post for ideas and inspiration! ...And, even if you haven't decided on an interactive component just yet, the board still looks great as a way to recognize each of the \u003cem\u003esuper students\u003c\/em\u003e that make up your classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSuper Bowl Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e For this design, you'll have to do a bit of measuring. Cover the entire board with light green background paper, then divide your board (across its entire length) into 18 sections of equal size, marking the spaces with small hash marks. Next, you'll need a section of darker green bulletin board paper (enough to cover half of your bulletin board). On this length of paper, measure out nine equal sections. [NOTE: Each of these nine sections should be the same size as a marked section on the bulletin board.] Use scissors to separate each strip of paper, then attach them to the board to create the striped appearance of a football field. Use a white paint pen to add the detailing - the yard lines, numbers, and hash marks. You should end up with a custom (handmade!) football field background that can be removed as a whole and used again!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"SUPER Students BOWL!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e No border is necessary, but if you have room around the edge (and won't cover up any of the numbers, etc.), consider adding a football- or sports-themed bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) Student Markers. Create football or helmet cutouts - one for each of your students. Freehand the objects or find a black and white clip art print through your word processing software or online to enlarge and trace. If you have plans to create teams, make sure you make the helmets two different colors. Use a black permanent marker to script each student's name onto a football-themed cutout. 2) The Scoreboard. Cut two large rectangles from black bulletin board paper. To make it seem like an authentic scoreboard, use yellow circle stickers to form the words \"Team 1\" and \"Team 2\" (or each team's name if they've been allowed to name themselves!). Since the scores will change throughout the unit\/month\/term, create removable score tiles. All you'll need to keep on hand are several squares of black construction paper and more yellow circle stickers to form the numbers and change them out as needed - adhering the score tile directly to the black rectangle \"scoreboard\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe love the idea of creating interactive boards to create a sense of teamwork, competition, and fun! We'd love to know what you think of the board so leave us a comment below!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101368857,"sku":"A1070","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Super-Bowl-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522781678"},{"product_id":"colorful-spring-birds-motivational-display-a1116","title":"Motivational Spring Birds Classroom Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-1190  \" title=\"Bird-Spring-BB\" alt=\"Spring Motivational Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Bird-Spring-BB.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: http:\/\/mrspicassosartroom.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this adorable spring board at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mrspicassosartroom.blogspot.com\/2011\/03\/bulletin-board-showcase-and-giveaway.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003emrspicasso's art room\u003c\/a\u003e, created by \"Mrs. Picasso\" aka Denise, Ohio art teacher and creator of the blog. The patterns are fantastic, the birds depict one of the tangible signs evidencing the arrival of spring, and the overarching theme lends itself to many motivational messages for your students as they reach 'the home stretch'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMotivational Messages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Fly\" {Simple, but inspirational and all-encompassing}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Fly Into Spring With Great Expectations!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"A Flock of Fantastic Students!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Checking Out Is For The Birds!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"A Bird's Eye View of A Great Group of Students!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Don't Fly The Coop\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny of these bird-themed sayings {or one of your own!} will remind your students to stay on track as your pull out of the winter doldrums and into the last quarter of the school year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpring Bird Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use one from above or a creation of your own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colorful patterns trimmer or spring themed bulletin board border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Tree. Begin by drawing a tree shape directly onto the background paper {freehand it or use your classroom projector system to enlarge and trace the image}. Color the tree in using brown craft paint. You might also consider creating a tree cutout from brown bulletin board paper and mounting it to the board. From scrapbook or craft paper in various patterns and colors, cut large imperfect circles to place at the end of each branch as foliage. Cut several small circles, adding scrapbook paper leaves to create pieces of fruit to place in the 'leaves'. 2) The Birds. Find a bird template {like this one at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.craftideas.info\/html\/bird_template_d.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraftIdeas.info\u003c\/a\u003e} using it to trace and cut bird shapes, wings, and beaks from patterned scrapbook or craft paper in various colors. Cut eyes from white and black card stock, assembling the birds {and papers} randomly for an eclectic spring look. Place these on and around the tree, using a marker to draw in the legs and feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe really love the concept of this board - the generalized\/non-specific leaves, the mix and match bird patterns and colors, and the customizable message! It's sure to provide a brilliant spot of color in your classroom decor!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for stopping by! We love hearing from you so be sure to leave us a comment below or check us out on Facebook!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107922457,"sku":"A1116","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Bird-Spring-BB.jpg?v=1522781717"},{"product_id":"classroom-classifieds-back-to-school-bulletin-board-a1181","title":"Classroom Classifieds - Back To School Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2443 \" title=\"wanted-bbi\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/wanted-bbi1.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary, Middle School, and High School Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.read180.00freehost.com\/displays.htm\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut a positive spin on your classroom expectations bulletin board this school year by turning it into a classified ad, like this board from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.read180.00freehost.com\/displays.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDebra Henk\u003c\/a\u003e. Rather than just a list of \"Dos\" and \"Don'ts\", each ad calls for a specific trait, skill, or learning philosophy that you'd like to see your students cultivate while in the classroom learning environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eExample Classroom \"Want Ads\"...\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWANTED: Active participants who are interested in learning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWANTED: Adventurous souls ready to exercise their minds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWANTED: Cooperative learners who work well with others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWANTED: Courageous individuals willing to learn from their mistakes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWANTED: Flexible thinkers who consider alternative views.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWANTED: Independent thinkers who justify their beliefs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eClassroom Classifieds Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paper the board with recycled newspaper pages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Classifieds: Room 203\", \"Classroom Classifieds\", etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brainstorm a list of classroom expectations {Debra provides a list of the ads she included in her bulletin board at her website that provide fantastic inspiration for your own!} and use these to create \"Want Ads\" with word processing software. Since they're reminiscent of newspaper ads, they don't have to be colorful or fancy...\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2444 \" title=\"wanted-bbi-1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/wanted-bbi-11.jpg\" alt=\"Back To School Elementary, Middle School, and High School Bulletin Board\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.read180.00freehost.com\/displays.htm\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\nPrint the ads onto card stock, mount onto colored paper, and laminate, arranging these around the bulletin board to inspire your students throughout the year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplies for this bulletin board...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-153-bulletin-board-letters.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBulletin board letters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplimentary solid color \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-135-bulletin-board-borders.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board trimmer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-847-card-stock.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCard stock\u003c\/a\u003e in assorted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks for visiting! We love hearing from you so be sure to leave us a comment below or find us on Facebook!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734123651097,"sku":"A1181","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/wanted-bbi1.jpg?v=1522781809"},{"product_id":"keys-to-a-successful-new-year-a1257","title":"Keys To A Successful New Year","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-3193 \" title=\"Keys-New-Year\" alt=\"Elementary Motivational Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Keys-New-Year.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.boardsgalore.com | Faith Watt\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFaith Watt, featured designer at Boards Galore, designed this great bulletin board for the new year! We think it would be a great way to re-focus students returning from the Christmas break - and \u003cem\u003ekey\u003c\/em\u003e to helping them stay on track!\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKeys To A Successful New Year\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bulletin board paper in the color of your choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Keys To A Successful New Year!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer or fun pattern trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind various key templates online, printing them directly onto yellow card stock or using them to trace and cut key shapes from paper. Use a permanent marker to script a personal tip or trick for finishing out the school year right on each cutout - come to class prepared, turn in your homework, participate, help others, etc. Arrange these around the bulletin board as reminders for your kiddos.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734134857753,"sku":"A1257","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Keys-New-Year.jpg?v=1522781874"},{"product_id":"bible-inspired-valentines-day-bulletin-board-a1268","title":"Bible Inspired Valentine's Day Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3264\" title=\"Valentine's Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Valentines-Board.jpg\" alt=\"Christian School or Sunday School Inspirational Valentine's Day Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: pinterest.com | Shawna Watkins\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe countdown to Valentine's Day has begun and if you work at a faith-based school or are involved with the children's ministry at your church, here's a fantastic scripture inspired bulletin board from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/90775748708706730\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eShawna Watkins\u003c\/a\u003e over at Pinterest that staff and students alike will appreciate! It takes a lot of letters, but the meaning makes it well worth it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eJohn 3:16 Valentine's Day Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bulletin board simply consists of the Bible verse, John 3:16:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son so that whoever believes in Him shall have everlasting life.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, the cool part is that the letters are arranged in such a way that the word \"Valentine\" can be highlighted and the meaning of the verse tied into the holiday! We like how the original creator used a combination of black and red letters to create a stark contrast and added doily hearts around the verse to provide more visual interest. We might, however, suggest a more vibrant background color be used to liven up the display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: We might even suggest doing a black background, then use white and red letters for a bright contrast!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks so much for stopping by! We always love hearing from you so be sure to check out the comment section below or catch up with us on Facebook!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734136692761,"sku":"A1268","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Valentines-Board.jpg?v=1522781886"},{"product_id":"valentines-day-scripture-bulletin-board-idea-take-2-a1273","title":"Valentine's Day Scripture Bulletin Board Idea - Take 2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3308\" title=\"Scripture-Valentine-BBI1\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Scripture-Valentine-BBI1.jpg\" alt=\"Christian Valentine's Day Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eThe beginning of last week, we posted Shawna Watkins' awesome \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/1268\/bible-inspired-valentines-day-bulletin-board\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBible inspired Valentine's Day bulletin board\u003c\/a\u003e idea and I {Kayla} couldn't resist adding the design to my classroom at church to enjoy during the month of February! Our curriculum invites us to become Bible \"trackers\", going on adventures to unpack the truths found in scripture, so I decided to go with a safari theme this year {check out other pictures of my classroom \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/ideas\/1208\/wild-preschool-sunday-school-classroom\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e} and tailored the Valentine's Day scripture board to fit in, using animal print hearts as well as pulling in the bright pink paper I'd used in other decorations around the room. Additionally, I really wanted to make the Bible verse pop, so I used white lettering on a black background and decided to use bright pink letters to spell out \"valentine\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eI think this is a fabulous way to remind my kiddos that they are loved by the King this Valentine's Day!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734137577497,"sku":"A1273","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Scripture-Valentine-BBI1.jpg?v=1522781891"},{"product_id":"paint-your-own-rainbow-inspirational-bulletin-board-idea-a1299","title":"Paint Your Own Rainbow - Inspirational Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3543\" alt=\"Motivational and Inspirational Elementary Bulletin Board Idea\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Paint-Your-Own-Rainbow.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: chincolle.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe were thrilled when Jaime, elementary art teacher and creator of the blog, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/chincolle.blogspot.com\/2010\/10\/paint-your-own-rainbow.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eChin Colle\u003c\/a\u003e, gave us the go ahead to share this awesome design with our readers! Isn't it fabulous?! Not only are the vibrant colors super attractive and inviting, the purpose of the bulletin board will make it a hit in \u003cem\u003eany \u003c\/em\u003elearning space!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbig\u003eWhat does it mean to paint your own rainbow?\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's what Jaime had to say... To paint your own rainbow means that \"you reach for your goals; that you are independent; a free thinker; above peer pressure.\" To inspire her students to reach for their dreams, Jaime invited them to write one of their goals onto a colored butterfly cutout and place it on the board (writing side down to keep it all anonymous) as a reminder to keep working toward their dreams! We just \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e the concept!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePaint Your Own Rainbow Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Paint Your Own Rainbow!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e None needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e We love how Jaime carried on the theme, creating the rainbow in the shape of a paint stroke. You might attempt to cut and piece together bulletin board paper, but we suggest using craft paint to paint the rainbow and paint brush directly onto the yellow background paper! When dry, add your students' dream butterfly cutouts to the rainbow. We just love the 3D effect!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734141837337,"sku":"A1299","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Paint-Your-Own-Rainbow.jpg?v=1522781917"},{"product_id":"how-can-you-bee-of-good-character-spring-bulletin-board-idea-a1304","title":"How Can You BEE of Good Character? - Spring Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3594\" title=\"6822343100_c652cf75b4_b\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6822343100_c652cf75b4_b.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary and Middle School Spring Inspirational Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto ©2012 Enokson, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are super impressed by the amount of time and energy junior high school library technician, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/vblibrary\/6822343100\/in\/photostream\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEnokson\u003c\/a\u003e (as she's known on Flickr!), puts into her displays! They're always so vibrant, relevant, and well thought out. This bee themed display is no different! With cutesy clip art and a spring-y theme, she reminds her students how they can cultivate good character...\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI can BEE \u003cem\u003ecooperative\u003c\/em\u003e by showing I am willing to do what is asked or required of me.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI can BEE \u003cem\u003erespectful\u003c\/em\u003e by honoring others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI can BEE \u003cem\u003eempathetic\u003c\/em\u003e by showing others I understand and relate to their feelings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe above examples are just a tip of the iceberg! \u003cem\u003ePatient. Dependable. Sincere. Loyal. Kind. Just. Joyful. Inclusive. Humble. Honest. Grateful. A good sport. Gentle. Generous. Friendly. Forgiving. Flexible. Enthusiastic. Diligent. Determined. Deferential. Creative. Courageous. Confident. Caring. Attentive. Wise. Tolerant. Sensitive. Responsible. Optimistic. Moral.\u003c\/em\u003e Thirty-five in total, these character traits are not only important in a school environment, but also for success in \u003cem\u003elife\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best part...Enokson provides all of her signs (even the display banner) for \u003cstrong\u003eFREE\u003c\/strong\u003e on Flickr!! Simply add some yellow bulletin board paper to your display and create borders for the character trait signs with black construction paper - and you've got yourself a sunny, motivational bulletin board for spring!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734142689305,"sku":"A1304","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/6822343100_c652cf75b4_b.jpg?v=1522781922"},{"product_id":"a-different-school-of-thought-ocean-theme-bulletin-board-a1323","title":"A Different 'School' of Thought! - Ocean Theme Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-3760\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6220854958_fda23d675f_b.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Ocean Theme Motivational Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2011 Enokson, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this fabulous display created Shannon, junior high math and music teacher, and featured on \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/vblibrary\/6220854958\/in\/photostream\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFlickr\u003c\/a\u003e by colleague, J. Enokson! The beautifully vibrant colors, 3D effect, and motivational message make this bulletin board perfect for a back-to-school ocean themed classroom or spring\/summer themed display. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eA Different 'School' of Thought!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the top two-thirds of the bulletin board with light blue or aqua background paper. Cut several long strips of natural butcher paper, using scissors to cut an uneven edge, and cover the bottom third of the board. For a more authentic 'sand' look, you might also consider purchasing a roll of sandpaper!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"A Different 'School' of Thought!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e None needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e The detail on this board is amazing! It looks like Shannon created all of the elements from craft foam to give the board a three-dimensional look. We suggest finding ocean animal templates - as well as seaweed, coral, and sandcastle shapes - online that can be printed and traced onto craft foam sheets of assorted colors, then assembled and arranged on the board. For the motivational message, create fishing hooks from grey craft foam and attach them to the board using 1) a white paint pen to create the fishing line and 2) purchased craft foam or sticker letters in white to create the inspirational words - caring, responsibility, creativity, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e[NOTE: Joelle shared this fantastic tidbit with the bulletin board photo on Flickr... To make things easier from year to year, Shannon glued each piece of this bulletin board to one large continuous piece of blue background paper. Then, to take it down, she simply removed the staples from around the edges and rolled it up like a poster so it could be used again! What a novel idea!]\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734146719769,"sku":"A1323","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/6220854958_fda23d675f_b.jpg?v=1522781947"},{"product_id":"sharpen-your-minds-bulletin-board-a1328","title":"\"Sharpen Your Minds!\" Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-3806  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Sharpen-Your-Mind.jpg\" alt=\"Middle School and High School Back to School Motivational Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: ewehooo.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMelanie Crownover, creator of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/ewehooo.blogspot.com\/2012\/02\/school-bulletin-board-update-presidents.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eewe hooo!\u003c\/a\u003e and talented parent volunteer at Blankner K-8 in Orlando, created this brilliant bulletin board for the beginning of the school year. Isn't it fantastic?! We \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e how she used school supplies to create the design - and think this could be a fun board for \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e time during the school year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"Sharpen Your Minds!\" Bulletin Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the board with blank sheets of notebook paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Sharpen Your Minds!\" - How awesome are Melanie's pencil letters?!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary solid color trimmer or patterned border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add to the motivational message with a wipe-off notebook paper poster. 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Perhaps you might write a different tip for scholastic success each week {rewarding students at the end of the month or grading period who copied all of the tips down?} or even use the space to keep students in the loop about ACT, SAT, and state testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734147538969,"sku":"A1328","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Sharpen-Your-Mind.jpg?v=1522781952"},{"product_id":"who-helps-you-with-lifes-twists-turns-a1354","title":"\"Who Helps You With Life's Twists \u0026 Turns?\"","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-4022\" title=\"Twister-Bulletin-Board\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Twister-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Inspirational Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: corneroncharacter.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarbara Gruener - elementary counselor, character coach, and creator of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/corneroncharacter.blogspot.com\/2012\/07\/lifes-twists-turns.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Corner On Character\u003c\/a\u003e - submitted this fabulous Twister inspired design that she created for the coming school year. Visually appealing and vibrantly colorful, the board was created to remind students of the various support groups\/persons they can tap into when they encounter difficult 'twists' and 'turns' in life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"Who Helps You With Life's Twists \u0026amp; Turns?\"\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a recycled Twister game mat!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Who Helps You With Life's Twists \u0026amp; Turns?\" - We love how Barbara used the letters from the game board to spell \"Twists\". 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While your kiddos are used to creating 'resolutions' and goals for New Years, the start of the new \u003cem\u003eschool\u003c\/em\u003e year is also a fantastic time to encourage them to set goals and challenge themselves!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake a new friend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead one book a month {for fun!}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn in homework on time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprove spelling skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are just a few examples! Writing out and displaying their 'wishes'\/goals for the new year offers a great way to motivate your new students - and keeping the wish scrolls to pull out later in the year will help your kiddos assess how much they've accomplished!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWish Scrolls\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your kiddos use markers and fun colored pens to write their wishes\/goals onto printer paper. To display them on your bulletin board, consider making fun frames - like these from Sarah Cooley of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/firstgraderatlast.blogspot.com\/2011\/06\/youve-been-framed.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFirst Grader...at Last!\u003c\/a\u003e - to add a pop of color and whimsical feel! 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While it's perfect for \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e time of year, the beginning of the school year is a great time to remind students that character counts! {And, of course, the Olympic theme is super relevant and fun both as a current event and a jumping off point for a discussion on character!}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCharacter Always Wins\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Character Always Wins!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diversity or kid themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purchase or create kid cutouts (e.g. find clip art images online to enlarge and print), adding jerseys and gold medals to each character to complete the Olympic theme. Add simple computer generated posters, bordered with colored construction paper, of important character traits\/values under each cutout. We love how Barbara used her school's six core values and created an interactive board by adding response questions to facilitate conversation. [Be sure to visit Barbara's guest post over at the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ncyi.org\/blog\/?p=193\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNational Center for Youth Issues\u003c\/a\u003e for the details.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734155534361,"sku":"A1374","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/OLYMPICSbb.jpg?v=1522782000"},{"product_id":"when-you-enter-this-classroom-back-to-school-door-display-a1380","title":"When You Enter This Classroom... - Back-To-School Door Display","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4270\" title=\"When-you-enter-this-classroom-BBI\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/When-you-enter-this-classroom-BBI.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary and Middle School Inspirational Back To School Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: theinspiredclassroom.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe simply adore this positive back-to-school door display created by Celeste over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/theinspiredclassroom.blogspot.com\/2012\/03\/you-are.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Inspired Classroom\u003c\/a\u003e! 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All \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e have to do is download the file, print the words onto white card stock, cut and add colorful construction paper borders, and arrange onto your door!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734156419097,"sku":"A1380","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/When-you-enter-this-classroom-BBI.jpg?v=1522782005"},{"product_id":"growing-students-with-deep-roots-back-to-school-fall-themed-bulletin-board-a1455","title":"Growing Students with Deep Roots! - Back-To-School Fall Themed Bulletin Board Idea","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4692\" title=\"IMG_1661\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/IMG_1661.jpg\" alt=\"Fall and Spring Inspirational Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: itsacreativejourney.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow gorgeous is this tree?! 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First, the display can grow and change with the seasons {i.e. the bulletin board can be left up throughout the year if desired!} and second, each tree branch features one of the school's core values creating a positive reminder for students and parents throughout the entire year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSeasonal changes...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you decide to leave the display up throughout the year, you can have fun updating it for each of the seasons!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColored leaves and acorns for fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotton batting 'snow' for winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful blossoms or birds\/bird houses for spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen foliage for summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGrowing Students with Deep Roots\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the top two thirds of the board with light blue bulletin board paper and the bottom third with green paper shaped to look like grass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Growing Students with Deep Roots!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary patterned trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Draw or trace a large tree shape either directly onto the bulletin board, using black and purple craft paint to fill it in, or onto black bulletin board paper to cut out and attach to the board. 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Vibrant and fun, here are a few of our favorite things about this board...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eIt's positive message.\u003c\/em\u003e This is a great way to remind students that making good choices - showing respect, caring for others, being a friend that can be trusted, etc. - is always cool!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eIt's theme.\u003c\/em\u003e The superhero theme is perfect for Red Ribbon Character Week, but it also offers a fabulous compliment to the Halloween season!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eIt's building blocks.\u003c\/em\u003e Barbara wanted to recognize the character 'super power' of each student at her school and actually got all of the parents in on it!  Each parent was invited to decorate a superhero shield\/symbol for their child, writing and drawing about the trait that makes their child a character superhero.  How cool is that?!  A parent's praise\/recognition is so very important to a child's self-esteem and we love that Barbara and her colleagues provided the parents at their school with a venue to get involved and recognize their child!  [NOTE: Barbara provides the superhero shield\/symbol printable for FREE over at The Corner On Character!]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCharacter is Our Super Power!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"CharACTer is Our Super Power!\" - We LOVE how Barbara highlighted the word \"act\" in \"character\". It's a great reminder that character is a verb and requires continually making good choices!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Superhero or character theme trimmer. You might also simply use a complimentary solid or patterned border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create a large character superhero shield\/symbol in the center of the bulletin board using red and blue background paper. Add the character traits and title to the cutout using yellow stick-on letters. 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Inspired by their recent Red Ribbon\/Character Counts! week themes and the coming election, Barbara created this board to encourage the students at her school to think about the values and attributes that are important in a 'character candidate'!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHere are a few of their ideas...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur character candidate helps people.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur character candidate is patriotic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur character candidate is courageous.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur character candidate has a positive attitude.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd many more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe think this is a \u003cem\u003efabulous\u003c\/em\u003e way to communicate with students and families the values \u003cem\u003eyour\u003c\/em\u003e school family think are important in a character candidate!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWe Vote For...Character!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We Vote For...Character!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Election themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut simple star shapes from white card stock, printing the characteristics, values, and attributes important to your school!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734163890201,"sku":"A1513","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/vote.jpg?v=1522782051"},{"product_id":"when-you-close-your-eyes-mlk-day-bulletin-board-a1597","title":"When You Close Your Eyes... - MLK Day Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/1597-Peace-Themed-Bulletin-Board-Idea.jpg\" alt=\"MLK Day and Peace Themed Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: thegirlwhokeepsdreaming.tumblr.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWouldn't this exhibit created for the KI-X: Knowledge Integration eXhibition at The University of Waterloo Art Gallery make a great school-wide display for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day?! Simple, yet profound, the exercise invites students to think about and describe what peace means to them; an important theme that weaves its way through Martin Luther King, Jr's infamous speech and goes hand in hand with diversity, freedom, and equality. With its colorful sticky notes and contrasting lettering the display is visually appealing and, as a school-wide project, the mural is sure to promote a sense of community. 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Not to mention the display is student-created so it requires little work on your part; simply cover the bulletin board with black background paper, add a complimentary border, and {optional} entitle the display with one of Dr. King's well-known quotes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"The time is always right to do what is right.\"  --Martin Luther King Jr.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.\"  --Martin Luther King Jr.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. 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Not only is the design vibrant and eye-catching, it is also a great way to remind your students of classroom and community core values!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhere Does Your Rainbow Lead?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Where Does Your Rainbow Lead?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e St. Patrick's Day themed trimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1) The Rainbow. Freehand or trace a rainbow shape onto white bulletin board paper, using craft paint to color it in, or cut arched strips of bulletin board paper in assorted colors, fitting them together to create a rainbow cutout. 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On black bulletin board paper, freehand or trace a large pot\/cauldron cutout, adding small circles cut from yellow or gold construction paper to the top, and attach the shape to the right side of the rainbow. 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How great is the scrunched background paper rainbow?! And the premise of the board is pretty great too.  Here's what Hannah had to say about it,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eStudents write acts of kindness they witness on the \"gold coins\" staple them to bulletin board to create a pot of gold! Great for interactive social emotional lessons!\u003c\/em\u003e\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe think this is a lovely bulletin board idea for March!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKindness is Golden!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bulletin board paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Kindness is Golden!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e St. Patrick's Day themed trimmer or solid gold border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Draw or trace a large cauldron\/pot shape onto black background paper. Cut strips of bulletin board paper in rainbow colors, twisting\/scrunching the paper and arranging it together, in an arch, to create a rainbow. 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