I make three signs with a ribbon width of laminated card stock hanging from each, then I hang clothespins that are labeled with student names (for this pic I used my numbered clothespins–don’t want to share my class list yet!)from it. The secret to making it quick is to use a pretty ribbon to hang the signs, but use stiff laminated card stock to attach clothespins to. One hand action is much easier. Ribbon is too flimsy.
If a sudden change happens at the end of the day, for instance, if a bus student is going to be picked up by a parent, I can easily move the clip to that sign’s ribbon. It makes line-up time way easier, and I can write an extra label and stick it on the student really fast as we leave if need be! Keep peel and stick labels close to your classroom door.
Items used in this project: x-large clothespins from Walmart (thanks hubby), and the cute freebie signs you can download below!
The companion packet that I use along with this management system is my Editable How to Get Home Packet that you can find by clicking on the pic below. Just add your own information, print, laminate, punch a hole and attach with a mini-ziptie from Dollar Tree to the handle of the student backpack. My kids like to collect these tags through the year as the seasons change :).
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