Google Classroom is an excellent way to enhance instruction and stay organized. My first year of teaching 5th grade was the Covid year, so Google Classroom quickly became my best friend (and worst enemy). Since then, I have been using Google Classroom religiously. It's particularly great when students are absent or on vacation because you can still post assignments, leave messages in the stream, and attach any supplemental videos/games that help support what was missed. Parents seem to appreciate it as well, especially those who need to keep a closer eye on their child's schoolwork. Now that I am in a new AIS position, I don't rely on it quite as much. However, I do look forward to setting up a classroom for each grade level and providing extra support/supplemental videos/websites/games for students and parents who want to go the extra mile.
