“There’s something fresh and exciting about a new school year—a sense of boundless optimism and crisp new beginnings. And every year, the first few weeks present us with a wonderful opportunity to help students transition smoothly back into school routines and start to connect with each other. It’s an ideal time to begin showing them that school is a safe place, that they’re important members of the classroom and school communities, and that they can look forward to an engaging, challenging, and fun year of learning.”
A student doodles during class instead of completing their assignment. Classmates shove each other as they get in line for recess. Between periods, a group of students runs down the ...
At the beginning of a school year, educators can get students excited about the learning ahead by helping them figure out what they want to achieve during the school year, ...
How often do you revisit classroom rules? Most teachers establish rules at the beginning of the year, and many devote time to modeling and practicing rules with students in the first weeks of school. After that, however, the amount of time spent thinking about what rules mean and how to live by them often drops off dramatically.
Adolescent DevelopmentClassroom OrganizationDisciplineElementary SchoolFirst Weeks of SchoolMiddle SchoolMorning MeetingMorning MeetingMovement BreaksThe First Weeks of School