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Explain to kids when I am feeling frustrated; tell them why.

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Leave an inspirational mark on many and develop positive goals.

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Set expectations and goals for building better work habits.

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I've done this before, but a positive note or postcard to a parent has a huge impact. It can be something so small, but the very act of getting something in the mailbox is huge,

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I've done this before, but a positive note or postcard to a parent has a huge impact. It can be something so small, but the very act of getting something in the mailbox is huge,

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Next year I will do better job keeping parents apprised of what we are learning about in class as well as contacting parents for positive reasons.

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shared document for teachers who want to help run circles in other rooms please!

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shared document for teachers who want to help run circles in other rooms please!

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I want to leave positive notes to each student once a week to give them something to help them start their day with a positive. We don't always know how they will be entering the school day and this might help it be a little more positive .

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Assist students with organization of their assignments so they can complete what is expected of them. Recognize accomplishments students make and praise them for a job well done. 

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Assist students with organization of their assignments so they can complete what is expected of them. Recognize accomplishments students make and praise them for a job well done. 

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(5/17) Little confused about whether this is where we are supposed to enter this. I tried clicking on where I entered "Choice boards" before and Padlet would not let me add to that post, so...

...anyways, as tumultuous as this school year has been, I did find success with offering my students choices in their method of approach for different class projects.

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Pray for the students you have that day.

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Circles!
Weekly check-in’s

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High Expectations and high support for all students. 

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High Expectations and high support for all students. 

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Prayer

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regular conversations (both w/ staff and in classes) to just chat/catch up

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regular conversations (both w/ staff and in classes) to just chat/catch up

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I want to try a modified circle (shop talk meeting) 

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I want to try a modified circle (shop talk meeting) 

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ample time for reflection and dialogue that includes time for silence 

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ample time for reflection and dialogue that includes time for silence 

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The term "circles" is often felt as "mushy, lets talk about feelings, etc" Perhaps a name change (to fit the situation). Similar to the stigma "Common Core"

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Developing classroom rules and norms as a class. 

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Developing classroom rules and norms as a class. 

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establish class norms together using circle process

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students working with the teacher to develop assignments

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Emphasize team work

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Don't punish students for things they don't know how to do or can't control. Understand why the problem is happening and help generate solutions to fix it.

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Offered by Kim Haley--Mindful Yoga

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incorporate more and more whole person components into whole class

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incorporate more and more whole person components into whole class

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Be consciously aware of including more direct positive feedback to students. Create a goal for each of my block and do it!

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informal "how are you doing" moments to build connections

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informal "how are you doing" moments to build connections

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Having conversations with our kids outside of the curriculum- i.e. relationships

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Take time to build relationships with ALL kids, not just those who speak up.

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Take time to build relationships with ALL kids, not just those who speak up.

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Self discipline and control in terms of stress, nutrition etc.

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Educators can get FREE access to the Calm App.

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huddle, circles, design team, morning meeting

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huddle, circles, design team, morning meeting

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Check in

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celebrate each other

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Circles regarding self care, wellness, nutrition and exercise 

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Circles regarding self care, wellness, nutrition and exercise 

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I am doing a weight loss program called Noom and I have learned so much. So far I've lost 10 punds!

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- Asking about their lives
- Seeing how their day is going
- Telling them stories about our own experiences so they know we are people too

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Hopes and Dreams! Lesson with Responsive Classroom

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Hopes and Dreams! Lesson with Responsive Classroom

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Big Brother/Big Sister program between teachers, High School and Middle School students.

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Big Brother/Big Sister program between teachers, High School and Middle School students.

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As much outside time with kids as possible so we can see each other's faces.

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As much outside time with kids as possible so we can see each other's faces.

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-meetings with students to explain why their behavior was disruptive and unappreciated and the ramifications of the behavior

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Create an environment in your classroom that fosters community and support for each other.

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classroom circles, individual check ins, or crisis check ins, TCIS/de escalation techniques with student interviews...etc 

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classroom circles, individual check ins, or crisis check ins, TCIS/de escalation techniques with student interviews...etc 

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Teach self-regulation strategies to students

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Teach self-regulation strategies to students

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Teach students how to be better students and develop the skills they need. 

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Teach students how to be better students and develop the skills they need. 

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Positive calls home/emails to parents/guardians AND students

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Positive calls home/emails to parents/guardians AND students

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Having students know each other names and connect to each other

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Having students know each other names and connect to each other

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-Getting to know my students as people not just academically 

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-Getting to know my students as people not just academically 

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- Monday check ins about the weekend
- realistic but high expectations and goal based on the kids needs and home lifes

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Visit the San Diego Zoo and enjoy watching the live animal cams!

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Time for students to talk about things of interest TO THEM

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Time for students to talk about things of interest TO THEM

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Building strong relationships with colleagues and all students.

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Building strong relationships with colleagues and all students.

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Continue with mediation program started in Guidance

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Continue with mediation program started in Guidance

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Greeting staff and students in the hallway.

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Greeting staff and students in the hallway.

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A special 10 minute window of time where kids can relax and make a choice to get ready to learn again. Drawing, listening to music, or just putting their head down. Calming music on the Smartboard.

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Check-ins with students about their day/weekend 

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Check-ins with students about their day/weekend 

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Trying to use those affective questions.

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Trying to use those affective questions.

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Educators can get FREE access to the Calm App. https://www.calm.com/schools

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- Quiet Time
- Energizers
- Sharing about our weekends every Monday

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Continue with mentoring program started in Guidance

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Continue with mentoring program started in Guidance

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Creating hopes and dreams and helping students set goals

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Creating hopes and dreams and helping students set goals

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behavior or mindfulness

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Celebrate student birthdays