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Registration for Summer Events Opens January 26!

Attend virtually or at a location near you. We’ll be in San Francisco, Chicago, New York, Nashville, Seattle, Minneapolis, Colorado Springs, Washington D.C., and many more locations nationwide!

Elementary
School Teachers

Explore a rich collection of resources and practices designed for educators to create classrooms filled with joy, safety, and engagement.

Secondary
School Teachers

Discover strategies designed for middle and high school educators that elevate academic success, strengthen classroom communities, and support effective management, creating schools where adolescents can truly thrive.

School
Leaders

As a school leader, champion the transformation of your entire learning community. Delve into resources and practices that enhance leadership effectiveness.

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Get ready for our 2026 summer professional development events! Explore how your school can become a host site and lead the way in Responsive Classroom training.

About Us

Responsive Classroom is an evidence-based approach to teaching and discipline for teachers that creates safe, joyful, and engaging classrooms and school communities.

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The most comprehensive and cost-effective way to train your educators is to bring our training directly to your school or district. Teachers can begin implementing Responsive classroom teaching and classroom management techniques immediately, and you'll receive ongoing support for sustained success.

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Transform your teaching with world-class training for educators from pre-K through high school. Learn how to build strong relationships, create safe classrooms, prevent disruptions, and keep students engaged in their learning. Explore the schedule and save your spot.

“Classroom management is an area I struggled with in the past, and this year, it has already gone so much better."

— Molly, grade 6 teacher

“We knew where we wanted to go but had no idea how to get there. Finding Responsive Classroom gave us the roadmap and a car."

— Rita, principal

“Love the whole philosophy! I am excited to implement all of the elements with our students.”

— Ellen, middle school principal

The Power of Belonging in High School

Connection fuels confidence, resilience, and success.

When teens feel valued and connected, they engage more deeply, persist through challenges, and take ownership of their learning. Fostering belonging, significance, and joy not only drives academic success but also builds confidence and social skills that last well beyond graduation. By weaving these elements into daily practice, educators create classrooms where every student can thrive.

The Power of Belonging in High School

Two New Publications Coming in February 2026!

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The 3rd edition of The First Six Weeks of School book is coming soon!

The First Six Weeks of School, 3rd Ed.

Lay the foundation for a successful school year in grades PreK-5 with the First Six Weeks of School, Third Edition.

This trusted classic is now refreshed with new strategies for today’s classrooms and packed with fresh guidance, clearer sample schedules, and updated examples. Whether you’re a first-year teacher or a seasoned educator, this new edition provides a clear, practical roadmap for launching a joyful, well-run school year with confidence.

The 5th edition of Yardsticks is coming soon.

Yardsticks, 5th Ed

Yardsticks now includes a new section with developmental milestones for 15-, 16-, and 17-year-olds. This additional information now provides a complete picture of growth and development across grades K–12.

This updated foundational text also provides information about the influence of technology on child and adolescent development. You will find tools to help you notice what is developing in front of you and language that helps you respond to it.

Bookstore

The Responsive Classroom bookstore offers a curated selection of professional development books and classroom management resources authored by teachers and school leaders.

Articles

From practical tips to in-depth analyses, our free articles provide a wealth of knowledge to empower educators in creating positive and engaging learning environments.