Then. Now. Next. | SEL Classroom Community Doorway Activity

The Description

Before we ask students to learn together, it helps to know who has walked through the door. Then. Now. Next. invites middle and high school students to share a little of their past, present, and hopes for the future through a photo-based doorway display. No awkward stand-up-and-tell-us-three-fun-facts performance required.

What Students Will Do

Students select photos and reflect on where they have been, who they are today, and what might come next. Their finished work gives classmates and teachers a thoughtful starting point for making connections.

Why This Resource Is Different

Rather than another name-and-favorite-food icebreaker, this activity makes room for personal reflection and lets students introduce themselves visually. It's a simple way to make the classroom feel a little more like a community.

What's Included?

• Two printable PDF assignment versions, including a kid-picture option

• Editable teacher directions

• Original terms of use

The Details

Best for middle and high school classroom community building and the first days of school. Photo-based activity; teachers can choose the version that fits their students.