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BASIS Classroom Visit Checklist

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Classroom Visit Checklist

Congratulations! You have scheduled your BASIS lesson! Now what?

A week or two in advance, 

e-mail or call the teacher to confirm your visit and ask any questions you have about your presentation.

  • The confirmation e-mail that you receive will contain the teacher’s contact information.
  • See "Possible Pre-Visit Questions for Teachers" section below for a list of suggested questions.


Make sure you have all the supplies, hand-outs, or equipment that you need.

  • Email or call CRS if you need help

If you need to cancel a presentation, contact both the teacher and CRS as soon as possible: CRS@crscience.org

When you arrive at the school, go to the main office and sign-in as a visitor.

  • This is a must at every school!
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Before/during your presentation, ask the teacher for help if you need it!

  • Teachers are required to stay in the classroom during your visit; they can help with anything from handing out materials to classroom management.
  • If you want to take pictures or video, ask the teacher first.

After your visit, complete a post-visit evaluation.

At any time, contact CRS with comments, concerns, or to sign up for more presentation dates: teach@crscience.org or CRS@crscienc.org

Possible Pre-Visit Questions for Teachers

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About the class:

  • What, if anything, have your students already learned about [your presentation topic]? 
  • Do you have a special technique for quieting the students down and/or getting their attention? 
  • Do any of your students have specific learning challenges or are any learning English as a second language? If so, what is the best way to ensure they’re included in the presentation? 
  • Do any of your students have allergies that we should be aware of?

Arriving at the school:

  • What is your classroom number? 
  • Where is parking available near your school? (i.e.street parking, parking lot, etc.)

Presentation requirements: 

  • Ask about logistics related to your lesson: Is there a sink or place to get water in your class? Do you have an overhead projector for PowerPoint shows? Etc. 
  • If your lesson requires stations: Can you sort the class into _____ (number needed) groups before we arrive? 
  • Would it be possible for the students to wear nametags during the presentation?
  • Is there anything else we should know in advance about your students or classroom?
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