https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal Restorative Practices for positive classroom management en-us 2021-04-18 22:05:36 UTC 2021-05-12 22:23:11 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4ad.png meganmerz https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444643017 More positive reinforcers in primary grades and less extrinsic motivators in intermediate grades. Positive reinforcers should not only come from the teacher, but also from peers, especially in intermediate grades.]]> 2021-04-21 21:25:18 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444643017 meganmerz https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444647531 Morning Meeting, high expectations, repeated ROAR during the morning announcements, stopping to talk about problems in the classroom (either whole group or independent), feed the language and use consistent language, make eye contact when talking with peers, let's change our language from "it's okay" to "I accept your apology" because some actions are NOT okay., role playing situations, having peers work out their own problems while teacher observes and gives feedback, giving kiddos options, Teacher- here is how some kiddos would solve this problem. How would this work out for you?, encouraging risk takers and independent problem solvers, ]]> 2021-04-21 21:27:15 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444647531 meganmerz https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444702156 role playing, knowing and sharing your own triggers, modeling how to get yourself in the green zone, modeling taking a break or pausing for a conversation]]> 2021-04-21 21:52:22 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444702156 meganmerz https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444719200 investing time into the student, building relationships (going to specials with students, etc.), older peer mentors, shift the monkey, team building time with teacher when the student is NOT in crisis, every teacher has a student who they are connected to for the student to talk to, etc., check in check out, eating lunch with your class. ]]> 2021-04-21 22:01:09 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444719200 meganmerz https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444742261 create a signal or offer an alternate activity for unexpected or inappropriate behaviors]]> 2021-04-21 22:13:40 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444742261 https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444818289 * ]]> 2021-04-21 22:55:24 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444818289 https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444821264 * We use morning circles
* Having conversations with students and teaching them conversation skills is important at a young age and can carry over to them when they are older
*Teach conversational skills like looking at another person or making eye contact with them to show interest and respect
*Sometimes children need to role play situations in order to better understand how to handle big situations
*Older students need the time to build relationships because if it is not given they will nickel and dime you to get what they need
*Students need time to learn how to make decisions. They need to think for themselves and learn that it is okay to not follow the crowd.
*Offer opportunities for structured risk taking
*Sometimes students need to hear what other possible solutions other student might choose in the same situation and ponder how that may work for them
* Teachers can give a variety of choices to students that are actually choices that they would like to see happen.]]> 2021-04-21 22:57:08 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444821264 https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444833299 *Circle Up 
*Restorative groups]]> 2021-04-21 23:04:14 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444833299 https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444835152 *Sometimes rewards can backfire....this must be something unpleasant or I wouldn't need to be rewarded
*Often rewards need to increase to maintain behaviors
* Often the students start feeling like victims. They may get angry or feel humiliated if punished.
* They may take less ownership of their behaviors because it is easier to blame it on the person punishing them.
*Students should be taught how to own their actions.
*The teacher can model how s/he may be triggered/upset and how they can talk themself through it
*Use Go Noodle and melt
*Let students know that you need to walk away and have time to think through what happened and how you would like to proceed

]]> 2021-04-21 23:05:25 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444835152 https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444841853 *Rewards may work best if they are not contingent on behavior
*Keep the bar high....high expectations
* Encourage
*Help students see their own strengths
*Help them to see what others see positive in them
* Eat with the teacher...get to know each other
*Panther Paws- eat with your school buddy]]> 2021-04-21 23:08:59 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444841853 https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444852258 2021-04-21 23:15:21 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444852258 https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444852902 *If there is a problem assume the student is lacking the skills and teach them
*Think how we would feel first
*Allow the child to be included in developing the appropriate behaviors
*Use a signal to alert student to behavior because they might not even realize they are doing it
*Develop alternate replacement activities that are more suitable for the situation]]> 2021-04-21 23:15:45 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444852902 https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444860168 * Buddy teacher
*Check in Check Out
*Team Building Time- Build relationships when students are not in crisis
*Paper Tigers
*Be given time....have someone step into to the room in order to continue teaching the class so that the classroom teacher has time to work through issues with a student in need. Teachers need to have the time to build relationships and let students know that they will be the one that is there for them....together they can work on any issue that arises]]> 2021-04-21 23:20:01 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1444860168 rachelhopkins https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1448390274 2021-04-22 17:09:32 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1448390274 meganmerz https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1471170011 - getting to know students as individuals
- quarterly student interviews
- get to know you bingo
- morning circle
- preparing kiddos for sharing out so the class can get to know them
- encouraging similarities and learning about student differences
- greeting students when they get to school
- how we react to student "differences" helps the kids learn acceptance of others
- go to student events
- going to 5th grade camp 
- make a class book
For helping other teachers:
- invite teachers to attend after school things
- make a team thing
- suggest going to lunch, recess, or specials with your kids
- lead by example and let other teachers see your success]]> 2021-04-28 21:21:02 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1471170011 meganmerz https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1471199573 - teaching into the zones
- teaching what is the size of your problem v. size of your reaction
- modeling zones in the classroom and how to respond to the zones appropriately (I'm feeling in the yellow zone and I need to take a break)
- everybody has bad days. They might look different. How would you like to people to treat you when you are having a bad day? Stare or give you space?
- recognizing/honoring/validating their feelings and letting them know that you have those feelings
- really hearing their story and repeating their story back to them to let them know that you are listening to them
- role playing
- this is how we act when we are at school or these are the expectations at school 
- celebrate their successes
- know your classes and know what they need
- How do we merge PBIS, LIM, Houses, Choose Love? (Could we do my LIM month and then]]> 2021-04-28 21:33:15 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1471199573 meganmerz https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1471234830 - repeat and review expectations every time
- don't say "put your name on your work" say be responsible
- class pledge, message
- relate the class expectations to their interests
- hold them accountable for their actions. Sometimes you will have a consequence, but loving them through that
- consequences should match the "crime". Taking away recess isn't always the most appropriate consequence]]> 2021-04-28 21:49:21 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1471234830 meganmerz https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1471266287 1. Don't take it personally or get into a power-struggle. 
2. acknowledge/validate their feelings
3. take turns sharing your perspectives
4. the parents are sending you their best. How would you want someone to treat your friend/son/brother/etc. 
5. be proactive with situations that might occur
6. sharing that yourself with them]]> 2021-04-28 22:04:58 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1471266287 meganmerz https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1471266861 - broad expectations allow for more opportunities to reward or to teach into]]> 2021-04-28 22:05:15 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1471266861 https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1495826290 *Morning Circle: important even when it is busy
*Setting routines: Ex. Thankful Thursdays etc.
*Set up a schedule or routine for meetings
*Be a figure in meetings-counselors
*Circle Up throughout the day when there are problems
*Must deal with behaviors before work can be done
*Try mini circles for those who are impacted...not the whole class
*Pull in another adult to help in order to keep the classroom moving
* Inside/ Outside Circle....build trust first and then try later in the year after relationships are built
* Time, reflection, and bonding is important
*6th grade uses CORE Plus time to go out into the hall for a team meeting,,,,discuss things to work on and what would make things better for the whole group
*Town Hall meetings once a month....put a box in the hall for those ideas 
* STEP UP Day would be something good to try at the end of the year. in order for the students to find see what it is like at the next grade level.

]]> 2021-05-05 21:26:21 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1495826290 https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1495846969 * Fishbowl 
* Peace Table....teach into it
*It is important to find out the expectations for the next grade level and practice them at the end of the year

]]> 2021-05-05 21:36:18 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1495846969 https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1495860921 * Unwind...Rewind,...Windup was new and interesting
*Generic Questions pg. 117 are useful in restorative conversations...five questions are used at JES
* Change the language to accept the apology rather than say that it is okay
*You cannot let students bring conflict back up once they are resolved
* Love students through it.....students still have to have consequence with restorative action training provided to them

]]> 2021-05-05 21:43:12 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1495860921 https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1495865521 * Sometimes consequences are needed.....sometimes the apology is the consequence because that is the hard work for the student....other times the student doesn't care....there are different consequences for different students
* Some schools have ISS...during this time the student had to call home and do restorative work in that room during ISS time....Middle School has this, but elementary school does not
* Restorative piece for the victim. is very important...the power shouldn't be given to the adult.
* The language needs to be taught to the students and continue the healing
* Conflict leaders and ambassadors may be important to start
* What is the next step? Possibly start ISS room/ Restorative room
* It is hard for kids to let things go.
*Many problem start outside the classroom....at home...social media
* No consequences = problems as adults
*Parents need accountability
*If parents knew better they would do better
* Be need discipline and restorative
*Trauma is often used as a crutch
* What are our options......pay teacher during plan time to help in a restorative room
* GAP program over the summer to help them catch up because the further they fall behind academically the more frustrated they become....more behaviors




]]> 2021-05-05 21:45:36 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1495865521 https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1519271028 c*Welcoming atmosphere
* Pictures of the family
*Presentation in the office
*Personalized tour
*Back to School events- parents are invested
*Parent night- Show how we do things
*If you know better...parents will do better
*Math and Writing Nights -stations...parents leave with something tangible
*Make and Take Night
*Each grade level sponsor something
*House Nights
*Kids are always listening- be aware
* Share expectations with parents
*Food will bring parents....food truck
*Journey Moving on Up
*. Staff buy in....goal setting ....where do I want things to end up
*Staff Happy Hour after events
*Think ahead regarding problems
* Move up day....students get to spend a day in the next grade level.
*At the end of the year teachers speed share with other teacher regarding student and what has worked
*Go into class and have an experience in the classroom....afterwards, meet with previous teachers to fill in information about that child
*Know the kids names
*Know the background of a child in order to help better
*At the end of this year....classes stay together and move from one room to the next in order to experience the next grade level coming up (Possibly just an hour because of Covid)....spend time with recess....good way to build relationships
*The rotation could possibly be done during 6th grade specials
*Possible follow the early release schedule on a regular day....the last two hours could be spent for a House Day/ Step Up Day
*House Day....tug of war between houses ....the winner gets Kona Ice....They also get an extra 100 points to start the next year.




]]> 2021-05-12 21:31:46 UTC https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1519271028 https://padlet.com/cresentdunlap/hpjkbaxtvqvwoqal/wish/1519318266 *Staff Morning Meetings....10 minutes before school....optional
*House celebration during field day/last day?




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