Like most institutions, elementary schools evolve, whether because of advancements in technology, new methodologies, or fluctuating school budgets nationwide. An elementary school teacher recently went viral on TikTok for calling out nine things that have been removed from the classroom.

Of course, schools are different across the country, but @mommy_n_zachy makes a strong case that classrooms should be places for hands-on learning. She adds there should also be a big emphasis on creativity in addition to making sure kids graduate with a strong understanding of the three Rs.

9 things that shouldn’t have been taken out of the classroom, according to @mommy_n_zachy

@mommy_n_zachy Why did we stop doing these things in classrooms? #elementary #teacher #elementaryteacher #teachertok #backtobasics ♬ original sound – mommy_n_zachy

Why did we stop doing these things in classrooms? #elementary #teacher #elementaryteacher #teachertok #backtobasics ♬ original sound – mommy_n_zachy

“Remember when we would take spelling tests on, like, Fridays?” the teacher asks. “We’d study for those spelling tests, and you would be so excited because........

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