Target->Improving physical environment

[Gordon Waldron <gordowal@INFOCHI.INFOCHI.COM>]

After being a language arts teacher for many years, I am about to take
over in the media center of our junior high.  The space is very large,
circulation is on-line, collection is large and up to date, lots of great
things, but the place is drab.  Not very inviting looking.  Presently the
space is divided into small areas by waist high book shelves, for no
particular reason.  My principal would like to eliminate that. I have no
idea if it's a good idea or not.  I've bought some fabric to make some
banners,but need some ideas for displays, bulletin boards,
furniture arrangement, anything to
make the place look welcoming.  There are plenty of tables and chairs,even
about 15 rocking chairs but it just looks sterile.

Thanks for anyone's help.  I hope to be able to post a hit before going on
vacation in a week.

Kathy Schroer
Emerson Junior High School
Oak Park, IL 60302

e-mail:gordowal@infochi.com