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31 Fun January Classroom Bulletin Board Ideas (New Year, Winter, Martin Luther King Jr, and Chinese New Year)

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It’s time to prepare for a fresh start as January approaches!

What better way to welcome your students than with a fun, decorated January-themed classroom bulletin board? Your classroom bulletin board can make a fantastic impression and set the tone for a positive and exciting month and upcoming holidays this month.

Whether you’re a first-year teacher, a seasoned pro, or a parent helping with school decorations, I’ve got some creative January Classroom Bulletin Board Ideas (New Year, Winter, Martin Luther King Jr, and Chinese New Year) to spark your imagination. A warm and fun display will help break the ice with your students and make them feel welcome and excited to be in your class.

I’m excited to share these amazing classroom decorations created by some truly talented teachers! All the credit goes to them. I managed to get permission for some resources, but for a few, I couldn’t find a way to reach out. If you see your work here, please feel free to contact me at [email protected]. Thank you so much!

Feel free to click on the pictures or the source link below each image to get these amazing January bulletin board decorations!

1 – Freezin!!

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2 – Happy Winter

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3 – Just Learning!!

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4 – Together We Can Reach Our Goals

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5 – Just Pure Love!!

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6 – Some Books Are Worth Melting for!!

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7 – Snowman Who?

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8 – I Have a Dream

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9 – We Are in This Together!

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10 – More Snow!

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11 – Do You Want to Build a Snowman?

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12 – Chinese Year Classroom Decor Idea

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13 – Winter is Here!!

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14 – Snow Much Fun

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15 – Slide Into a New Year

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16 – Blast Off Into the New Year

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17 – Winter Classroom Bulletin Board Decor

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18 – Chinese Year Classroom Decor Idea

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19 – Pre-k is Snow Much Fun!!

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20 – Winter Wonderland!!

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21 – Poppin Into a New Year

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22 – Toast to the New Year

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23 – Chinese Year Classroom Decor Idea

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24 – Toast to the New Year

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25 – Winter Writing Bulletin Board

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26 – Having Snow Much Fun

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27 – Chinese Year Classroom Bulletin Board Idea

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28 – Happy New Year 20XX

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29 – I Have a Dream

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30 – Plant a New Year

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31 – Soarin Into a New Year

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32- 20XX Let the Adventure Begin!!

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33- Tick Tick Waiting 20xx

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34- Snow is Falling

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35- Happy New Year

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36- Happy New Year

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37- Keys for a Happy Year!!

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38- New You!!

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39- I Have a Dream

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40- I Have a Dream

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41- Chinese Year Classroom Bulletin Board Idea

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42- Chinese Year Classroom Bulletin Board Idea

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43- the Dreamer!!

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44- Chinese Year Classroom Bulletin Board Idea

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January is the perfect time to refresh your classroom decor with engaging and meaningful bulletin boards. Whether you’re celebrating the start of a new year, exploring the wonders of winter, honoring Martin Luther King Jr., or embracing the cultural traditions of Chinese New Year, these ideas offer endless inspiration.

Remember, your bulletin boards are more than just decorations—they’re tools to spark curiosity, foster inclusivity, and create a warm, inviting atmosphere for your students. So grab your supplies, get creative, and let your classroom shine this January!

Have a favorite idea or a unique twist on one of these themes? Share it in the comments below—we’d love to hear how you’re bringing these concepts to life!

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