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By the end of this PLC meeting, faculty will be equipped with effective strategies to manage disruptive classroom behaviors while fostering a positive and productive learning environment.

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Classroom Management and Facilitation Approaches That Promote School Connectedness

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When children and youth feel connected to their school, family, and others in their community, they are less likely to engage in risky behaviors and experience negative health. Disruptions to school operations during the COVID-19 pandemic have led…

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Create a personal reference guide of behavior management strategies, including templates for common situations and communication scripts.

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Document and analyze classroom management situations encountered over the next week, including strategies used and their effectiveness.

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Welcome to our Effective Classroom Behavior Management PLC! Learn how to stay composed, set a positive tone, and handle challenging situations with confidence. Let's create a calm and engaging learning environment together!

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Key takeaways and insights gained about effective behavior management strategies.

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1. One strategy you'll implement immediately

2. One area you'd like to learn more about

3. One remaining concern or question

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Overview of common disruptive behaviors:
• Technology misuse
• Side conversations
• Late arrivals/early departures
• Inappropriate comments
• Dominating discussions

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Behavior Management | How to Handle Disruptive Behaviors in Your Classroom

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How can we effectively address disruptive behavior in ways that maintain dignity, support learning, and prevent escalation?

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• Identify common triggers of disruptive behavior
• Develop preventive classroom management strategies
• Create appropriate intervention responses
• Maintain professional composure during challenging situations

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Develop proactive strategies including:
• Clear expectations in syllabus
• Building rapport
• Establishing classroom norms
• Using engagement techniques

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Several years ago, American surgeon, author, and public health researcher Atul Gawande experimented with using a two-minute checklist in operating rooms in eight different hospitals. One unexpected result was that a round of team-member introductions before surgery lowered the average number of surgical complications by 35%.

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Address different challenging scenarios using the DESC method:
Describe the behavior
Express your concerns
Specify desired changes
Communicate consequences

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What are some of the most common classroom disruptions we face, and how do they impact learning?

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What are some of the most common classroom disruptions we face, and how do they impact learning?

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Identify Root Causes

Discuss common triggers for disruptive behaviors

identify patterns you’ve noticed in your own classroom

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Building Positive Relationships

Setting Clear Expectations

Engagement and Instructional Strategies

Proactive Classroom Management

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Tier 1: Low-Level Disruptions – Nonverbal & Subtle Redirects

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Tier 1: Low-Level Disruptions – Nonverbal & Subtle Redirects

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(Goal: Address the issue early, without escalating it.)

Proximity control – Move closer to the student.

Nonverbal cues – Eye contact, hand signals, or a gentle tap on the desk.

The "Pause" Strategy – Pause mid-sentence and let silence encourage self-correction.

Positive framing – “Let’s refocus” instead of “Stop talking.”

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(When subtle cues don’t work or behavior escalates slightly.)

Restate expectations calmly – “Remember, our rule is to raise hands before speaking.”

Offer choices – “You can work here quietly or take a break at the back table.”

"I Statements" – “I notice you’re having trouble staying focused. How can I help?”

Logical consequences – Missing 2 minutes of free time instead of a harsh punishment.

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Tier 3: Escalation & Individualized Interventions

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Tier 3: Escalation & Individualized Interventions

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(When a student is disruptive to the point of stopping learning.)

Cool-down time – Offer a safe space for students to regulate emotions.

Private conversation – Pull the student aside rather than calling them out publicly.

Behavior reflection sheets – Have students reflect on what happened and how to fix it.

Call for support if needed – Involve admin or support staff if behavior is unsafe.

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A calm teacher creates a calm classroom. Stay composed, stay professional, and set the tone for success!

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Thank you for joining our Effective Classroom Behavior Management PLC! Don't forget to check out the resources, watch the YouTube video, read the web articles, and share your reflections on Padlet. Let’s keep learning and growing together!