There are so many great ways to use a letter board in your classroom I just had to make this huge list of options. These quotes and phrases are also good bulletin board ideas and work well as chalkboard messages if you don’t have a letter board in your room.
Whether you’re looking for something seasonal and festive, motivational or functional, you’re certain to find it on this list of great classroom letter board quotes for teachers!
- Table of Contents
- Inspirational and Motivational Quotes
- Funny Classroom Letter Board Quotes
- Themed Letter Board Quotes for Holidays
- New Year’s
- Valentines’ Day
- St. Patrick’s Day
- Easter
- Halloween
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas
- Daily Schedules and Important Announcements
- Classroom Rules and Expectations
- Student Recognition and Achievements
- Final Thoughts
Inspirational and Motivational Classroom Quotes
Motivational quotes pump up students by reminding them that they have the power to overcome challenges and to succeed. Hanging these inspirational quotes in the classroom is the perfect way to give encouragement, pushing students to stay determined and giving them a boost of inspiration whenever they need it.
Positive affirmations work like daily affirmations for the mind, reinforcing the idea that students are capable and can handle whatever comes their way. By seeing these affirming statements regularly on your felt letter board, students build confidence and adopt a mindset that sees challenges as opportunities for growth
- Your only limit is you.
- In this classroom, we believe in endless possibilities.
- Mondays are for fresh starts and new beginnings.
- Opportunities don’t happen. You create them.
- Dream big, work hard, stay focused.
- Mondays are a reminder that the best is yet to come.
- The best way to predict the future is to create it.
- The future depends on what you do today.
- Make each day your masterpiece.
- Strive for progress, not perfection.
- Be so good they can’t ignore you.
- Dream it, do it.
- New day, new goals.
- Keep moving forward.
- Opportunities ahead.
- Make it a great day.
- It doesn’t have to be a perfect day to be good.
- Don’t watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going.
Funny Classroom Letter Board Quotes
You know you’re going to have a good day when you can start it off with a laugh. The best teachers have a sense of humor. Use these creative ideas throughout your school season; they’re so much fun and are sure to bring a smile to students’ faces.
- I’m not a regular teacher, I’m a cool teacher
- Your brain needs a reboot, you have too many tabs open
- I walk around like everything’s fine, but deep down, inside my shoe, my sock is sliding off
- I haven’t been this excited for Friday since last Friday
- Prepare to get schooled!
- I’m not lazy; I’m in energy-saving mode.
- Do not read the next sentence. You little rebel…
- The first five days after the weekend are the hardest.
- I don’t always whoop, but when I do… there it is.
- I would give Monday zero stars if I could.
- I don’t have ducks in a row, I have squirrels. They’re everywhere.
- I’ll go stand outside. So if anyone asks I’m outstanding.
- Be a fountain, not a drain.
- Life is so much better when you’re laughing.
- Always be yourself, unless you can be a unicorn. Then be a unicorn for sure.
- Back in my day Pluto was a planet.
- It’s ok if you fall apart sometimes. Tacos do too and we still love them.
- An almond and a pistachio threw a party. It was nuts.
- What do you call a deer that costs a dollar? A buck.
- I broke my finger last week. On the other hand I’m ok.
- I tried to catch fog yesterday. Mist.
- What do you call a fake noodle? An impasta!
- How do you make a tissue dance? Put a little boogie in it.
- What do you call a pony with a small cough? A little horse.
- I just realized the number seven has ‘even’ in it. That’s odd.
Themed Classroom Letter Boards for Holidays
Themed letter boards bring a seasonal or holiday vibe to the classroom, changing up the environment to match the time of year. They visually signal to students the shift in seasons or the upcoming holiday, creating a dynamic and engaging atmosphere. Use a new quote each holiday, it’s a great way to spice up your decor with a fun addition.
Creating an environment that reflects the time of year fosters a sense of excitement and celebration among students.
New Year Classroom Quote
- New Year, New Adventures!
- Learning is an Adventure – Let’s Begin!
- What’s a cow’s favorite holiday? Moo Year’s Day!
- Welcome Back! Embrace the Brilliance Within You.
- Get Ready for a Year of Fun and Growth!
- This Year, Let’s Sparkle and Shine!
- New Year’s here, let’s spread some cheer!
- Out with the Old, In with the Bold – Ready for a New Year of Growth!
- New Year, New Achievements!
Valentine’s Day Classroom Quotes
- Our Hearts Beat for Knowledge – Valentine’s Day Edition!
- Roses Are Red, Violets Are Blue – Learning is Sweet, and So Are You!
- Valentine Vibes – Spreading Love and Wisdom in Our Class!
- Candy Hearts and Clever Minds
- Who needs candy with students this sweet?
- I teach the best little Valentines
- What did the whale say on Valentine’s Day? Whale you be mine?
- My class is like a box of chocolate… you never know what you’re going to get
St. Patrick’s Day Classroom Quotes
- The harder you work, the luckier you seem to get.
- This classroom is pinch proof.
- Don’t miss the beauty of the rainbow out searching for a pot of gold.
- Kindness is golden.
- These kids are as good as gold.
- Everyday is lucky in 3rd grade.
- What’s a leprechaun’s favorite cereal? Lucky charms.
- Who needs a pot of gold when we’ve got a pot of goals.
- Our class is full of treasure.
- We treasure these kids.
- What kind of music do leprechauns like? Sham-rock.
- I’m already one lucky teacher.
- Books are better than gold.
Easter Classroom Letter Board Quotes
- Hatching Brilliant Ideas – Easter Edition!
- Egg-cited for Learning
- Don’t worry, be hoppy.
- Egg-cellence in Every Lesson – Happy Easter, Smarties!
- Teaching my favorite peeps.
- Every bunny is welcome here.
- Our class is sp-egg-tacular.
- This class is egg-cellent!
- We’re eggs-tra smart.
- Happy Easter, happy Spring, happy happy everything!
- We’re egg-cited for spring.
- Let’s hop into spring.
- This class is eggs-tra wonderful.
- This Easter is going to be egg-cellent.
- No eggs-cuses, do your homework!
Halloween Classroom Letter Board Quotes
- Gobblin’ Up Good Books – Reading is Our Treat!
- Fang-tastic Learners, Brewing Brilliance Every Day!
- Trick or Teach – Learning is a Treat!
- Bats About Learning – Soaring to New Heights!
- In this classroom it’s all treats, no tricks.
- Why don’t ghosts like rain on Halloween? It dampens their spirits.
- Why was the mummy so tense? He was all wound up.
- Why do ghosts love elevators? It raises their spirits.
- What kind of music do mummies listen to? Wrap music!
- What is a witch’s favorite subject in school? Spelling!
- What do you call a skeleton who won’t work? Lazy Bones.
Thanksgiving Classroom Letter Board Quotes
- Thankful Hearts, Grateful Minds
- Gobble Up Knowledge, Stuff Yourself with Kindness!
- In This Classroom, We’re Thankful for Every Student!
- Give thanks and eat pie.
- The bird is the word.
- Giving thanks with a side of mashed potatoes.
- In This Classroom, Gratitude is the Attitude.
- Stuffing Our Minds with Wisdom – Happy Thanksgiving!
Christmas Classroom Letter Board Quotes
- Deck the Halls with Knowledge
- Santa’s Nice List – Filled with Brilliant Minds!
- Tis the Season to Be Learning
- Christmas Lights and Bright Insights
- Why did Santa go to music school? Because he wanted to improve his wrap skills!
- Why was the math book sad during the Christmas season? It had too many problems!
- What do you call Santa Claus when he takes a break? Santa Pause!
- Kindness is the best gift of all.
- Treat yo’ elf this Christmas!
- Oh deer, Christmas is here!
- I’m snow good at wrapping presents.
- Believe in your elf!
Daily Schedules and Important Announcements
Organizing and displaying daily schedules on a letter board helps streamline the day, providing a visual guide for both students and teachers to follow and stay organized. Visual aids on the board can play a crucial role in enhancing classroom management by providing a clear and visible structure for daily activities.
Here are a couple examples of using a letter board in your classroom for announcements and schedules.
- Science Fair Project: Due Monday, March 3rd
- Today’s Schedule: Silent Reading, English, Break, Social Studies, Math, Lunch, Science, Art
Classroom Rules and Expectations
Setting expectations for behavior and academic performance through a letter board can help communicate the standards students are expected to meet. It can serve as a reminder of the collective goals for behavior in your classroom.
Here are some examples of using a letter board for classroom rules.
- Raise your hand, stay focused, use your inside voice
- Looking eyes, listening ears, quiet voices, helpful hands, walking feet
- Hands on top, that means stop!
Student Recognition and Achievements
Showcasing student accomplishments on a letter board highlights individual achievements. You can provide a public acknowledgment that reinforces the value of hard work and dedication within your classroom. It’s not just about grades; it’s about cheering for each other’s successes and making every achievement count.
- Shout out! To: (student), Because: (reason)
- Wow Board: (student name)
- Boast Board: (student name)
Final Thoughts
The influence of a good teacher can have a profound impact on young people. Finding the perfect motivational quote or letter board saying that will help put your classroom in the right state of mind for the day can help give your students a good attitude. The funniest quotes on this list will infuse humor into your classroom, and foster a sense of community.
I hope you found your new favorite quotes for classroom letter boards on this list! A letter board is the perfect addition to your room’s decor.