So You’re Thinking of Using a Classroom Divider It’s a problem as old as the hills, and you’re suffering with it: a lack of classroom space. You need not just any space but “good” space: usable temporary classrooms that fit your needs with a classroom divider that’s flexible. What do you do? […]
Continue ReadingOur Sound Absorbing Panels Pass the Test
How do Screenflex Panels Absorb Sound? It’s in the core! Inside each of our sound absorbing panels is a 1/2 inch honeycomb sandwich core. The honeycomb configuration creates multiple closed air-filled pockets. These small pockets of air provide excellent sound insulation by trapping and absorbing sound waves as they travel through the […]
Continue ReadingDoes Class Size Affect Student Achievement?
When it comes to measuring academic achievement in schools, class size is often a hot button topic, particularly at the primary school level. It’s here that students build skill sets for future learning, and where to some, class size is of the greatest concern. In recent years, researchers have […]
Continue ReadingBack to School Means Savings
Back to School? But It’s Only the Fourth of July! Every year, it seems the kids are barely out of school and before you know it, the Back to School displays and sale signs are going up in stores. No Time Like the Present Back to School time is a […]
Continue ReadingThe Cleaning and Maintenance of Your Room Divider
Congratulations! You’ve purchased Screenflex room dividers for your facility and now that your room dividers are in place and doing their job, it’s important to know how to clean your room dividers should the need arise. Follow these simple steps for the cleaning and maintenance of your room divider and it will […]
Continue ReadingDisplay Towers Ideas for Your Classroom and Beyond
Don’t Let the Name Fool You Just because we call them Mobile Art Display Towers, doesn’t mean our Screenflex display towers are just for displaying student artwork. And although they certainly are awesome for use in the classroom, that also doesn’t mean you shouldn’t use them in other parts of the school. If you’re […]
Continue ReadingRoom Dividers Create Temporary Mini Classrooms For Student Teachers
Creating a Unique Environment for Student Teachers What would be the best way to give student teachers an opportunity to apply their knowledge in a real classroom setting, right on their own campus? How about creating mini classrooms? A field-based experience gives student teachers an opportunity to have their first exposure […]
Continue ReadingUsing Room Dividers in Your Home Day Care Business
If you’re running a home day care or even considering starting a home day care, defining a space is important. It is a must to include areas for activities, exploration, children’s needs, and your family life is crucial. Deciding how to define and better use your space can make having a home […]
Continue ReadingThe Next Picasso; Teaching Art to Children
At first, the idea of teaching art to children might seem like a daunting task, but if done correctly and with an open mind, is rewarding and fun. Although their skills may not yet be developed, what they lack in skill is certainly made up for in enthusiasm. Young children are still […]
Continue ReadingDividing Space is as Easy as 1..2..3
With Screenflex Portable Room Dividers, dividing space to create another room or to make the perfect display area takes just a matter of seconds. Dividing Space is a Cinch! In fact, dividing space is as easy as 1… 2… 3… with Screenflex Room Dividers. Our Portable Room Dividers are easily unfolded […]
Continue ReadingThere’s A New Kid in Town
Being the new kid is never easy. Whether it’s the first day at a new school, moving to a new city or starting a new job, at some time we’ve all faced the dreaded First Day. Often, the anticipation and ‘what if’ can be overwhelming, especially for children. Experts offer […]
Continue Reading10 Fingers, 10 Toes, 10 Numerals, Why Are We Not Metric?
Like all of us, I learned to read and write and count when I was quite young. Soon after learning to add and subtract I was introduced to something I’ve always felt was a “monkey wrench” thrown into our education system. “All right class, today we’re going to learn how […]
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