By Amanda Durnen
Byron Primary School houses grade level neighborhoods that not only have individual classrooms, but shared common areas with flexible furniture and soft seating. Most every piece of furniture in the building is flexible, meaning that it can easily be moved or connected to other pieces of furniture to create collaborative groups or individual learning spaces. “The Wiggle Chairs are my favorite”, said second-grade student Trace, “you get to work and move at the same time”. According to Gavin, another second-grade student, “the colored couches and chairs are the best because it is relaxing to read in them” Lexie and Jordan love being able to move their desks around and Mason loves having a slide out tray for his supplies. Our flexible furniture and seating really encourages student engagement and provides a personalized feel for all students each and every day. “There is opportunity for choice,” shared Jan Reed, second-grade teacher. “Agreed” shared colleague Jaymie Jax. “Students can choose how they may learn best”.
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