Management Monday #4

Yes, I know it's been longer than 2 weeks since our last Management Monday...  But, with Parent Conferences and a short week, I thought I'd give you one less thing to worry about for a while.  

For the next few weeks we will be focusing on Checking for Understanding (and then doing something about it!).  This may not seem like a classroom management technique, but when students are getting the instruction they need, behavior improves.  I can't wait to hear about your challenges and successes as you work on this strategy for the next few weeks.  

To download a printable version of the Check for Understanding Reference Sheet, click here.

Management Monday #3

Can you believe we've already been working on "Sharing Control Through Choices" for two weeks?!  Time flies!  Thank you to Jordan, Abby, and Jennifer for commenting on the last post and sharing how giving students choices is going in your classroom.  If you haven't had the chance to comment yet, it's never too late.  

For the next two weeks we will be focusing on...drum roll please...TIGHT TRANSITIONS.  Our school is unique in that our students transition A LOT, both within classrooms and switching to different classrooms.  This strategy is critical.  

 To download a printable version of the Tight Transitions Reference Sheet, click here.