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Every kid needs a champion | Rita Pierson

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Tough Love: First Day of School

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When you establish the classroom ground rules on the first day it can provide year long benefits for your challenging students. See how one teacher uses Tough Love to set a classroom culture from day 1.

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Setting the Tone from Day 1

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Thought starters

1. What is the relationship between tone and expectations?

2. Mr. Romagnolo says, "Your expectations are what you allow them to do, not what you say." How could you apply this distinction in your own class?

3. What could you do if a positive tone wasn't set on the first day?

Teachers

Math / 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 / Coach

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Nick Romagnolo talks about how to set a positive tone by communicating clear expectations. From the very first day of school, teachers can communicate clear expectations before students step into the classroom. Nick says that expectations are what you allow students to do, not what you say.

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Setting Expectations with Libby's "Little Tigers"

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Setting Expectations with Libby's "Little Tigers"

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Establishing expectations and classroom routines is most challenging for kindergarten teachers. Learn 6 effective steps to make your young students feel at ease and follow the routines needed for a great learning environment.

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Setting Expectations from Day 1

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Building Culture: Strategies for Starting

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Building Culture: Strategies for Starting

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Build a culture of learning in your classroom by using the right process. By giving students the right experiences, setting expectations and living them, and learning together, a culture of learning can blossom.

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Body Language: Creating Bonds

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Using the proper body language can help teachers create bonds and build relationships with students. Watch as one teacher moves through the classroom and between the students seats to create a relationship with the students.

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Positive Culture (2nd Grade)

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Thought starters

1. What strategies does Ms. Saul use to create a helpful class pledge?

2. How does Ms. Saul communicate her beliefs about learning to her students?

3. What practices and routines could you institute to build your unique classroom culture?

School Details

East Palo Alto Charter School

Teachers

English Language Arts Math Science Social Studies Arts / 3 / Teacher

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Ready to Learn: Creating a Positive Classroom Culture

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Third grade teacher Jen Saul talks about how she builds a positive and safe classroom community. Jen describes how she celebrates mistakes in her classroom, encouraging her students to take risks. In order to take risks, her students need to feel safe.

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Building Community in a Classroom (1st Grade)

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Building a positive classroom community early in the school years allows teachers to focus on the positives of school throughout the year. Learn some tips and techniques on building a good community at Teaching Channel.

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Climate & Culture: Creating a Positive Community

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Climate & Culture: Creating a Positive Community