https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq Please add your ideas, resources and questions in the corresponding column. As you work, please consider how to build in opportunities for student voice and choice. en-us 2023-02-06 21:32:02 UTC 2023-02-08 17:59:44 UTC hello@padlet.com mcha20 https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473804668 At the end of the day in our 5th grade classroom, once the materials are all put away and all the content has been taught, the students will gather on the carpet in front of the white board and as a class we will do our Wordle for the day together! This is a really great way for students to end the day on a fun note by playing a game and it is also really great practice for them to use their background knowledge of the alphabet and creating new words. This can also be really great practice for my ELL students to participate as well. Using a fun game like this at the end allows the day to end a high note and it can be something that the students look forward to. And because it is on the carpet, the students can clean up their desks, their surrounding areas, and also pack their backpacks before coming to the carpet so that they are ready to go.

]]> 2023-02-08 17:18:01 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473804668 rsherwood20 https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473812636 By having individual groups create their own norms it allows students help create the culture of their group. I have never been in a class that has done this and I think it is a really cool idea. It works as a refresher for students to reinforce the norms they want for the group and how they want to be treated. ]]> 2023-02-08 17:22:57 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473812636 https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473812680 Having a closing statement or question about the lesson or discussion of the day. Giving students a chance to give feedback on the lesson or discussion and how much they understood the lesson can be a great way to be aware of what or how much the students are learning. This strategy can work in any grade setting, however as students get older the feedback they can give can become more detailed.]]> 2023-02-08 17:22:59 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473812680 https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473813056 Music Classroom, secondary levels (6-12) 
A routine is essential to positive classroom management and should be modeled by the teacher. "Set the standard of excellence before making music" is a good practice for setting the expectations of how a music room will function. Practice stepping on and off the podium and set the expectation that this means quiet.]]> 2023-02-08 17:23:14 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473813056 https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473813501 This strategy would be great for any grade level but I would use it in first or second grade. This strategy essentially starts the day by having a 15-30 minute meeting every morning where students can check in with one another, rate how they are feeling for the day, and settle into the "school mindset" for the day. You can run your morning meeting in lots of different ways but this resource highlighted how generally morning meetings have four parts: the greeting, time to share about your day or something important to you, an activity, and a morning message/announcements. These meetings help regulate students emotionally before the day starts and help to build community. ]]> 2023-02-08 17:23:29 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473813501 mthatch19 https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473813607 One routine that could be beneficial for younger elementary students could be to list norms for group work on a poster board, white board, or placed somewhere in the classroom. Then before working in groups, have the class go over the norms so they know what is expected of them. Some expectations could include "everyone participates" or "use kind words to others". It is helpful to go over the norms before working in groups so students can be reminded of expectations and know that the norms are going to remain the same. ]]> 2023-02-08 17:23:34 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473813607 sprys20 https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473814535 One routine or strategy that can build positive connections with students at the end of the day is to have students gather together in one area of the classroom and read a story or poetry to students. This can be a book or poem that students choose for the teacher to read at the end of the day, or a book that the class is working through reading together too. A teacher can also play an audiobook version, or find a YouTube video of another person to read the book aloud to the class. This strategy builds positive connections with students because it allows students to have choice in what book or poem they want to hear, and it closes the day off with a positive experience. ]]> 2023-02-08 17:24:11 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473814535 600685 https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473815064 When I become a teacher, I would love to be with kindergarteners and hopefully in a Christian school. A strategy that I want to have is daily affirmations. At a Christian school it can obviously be a little more faith based, but you can also do it at a public school. 

I will start the day with all the students repeating after me the affirmations. 

"I am loved, I am amazing, I am cared for, I am kind, I am seen, I am known, I am beautiful, I am welcomed...."

These are just some ideas, but I want my students to start the day being reminded of these truths. Some students might not believe these things, and some might be told differently at home, but in my classroom I want them to feel loved and known. ]]> 2023-02-08 17:24:32 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473815064 https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473816706 Before your students enter the classroom the teacher can write a "get to know you" style question on the board. Once everyone is seated, the teacher will call each student around the room to answer the question. These should be fun, would you rather, what is your favorite... what do you like about... this gets the mind off school and shows the kids that the teacher is interested in getting to know them.]]> 2023-02-08 17:25:38 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473816706 sfranks20 https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473817552 When working in groups I want to make the groups small to ensure that all student's voices are being heard and they can have meaningful discussions. Also when working in groups I will assign each student an important role. The roles that will be included are materials manager, questioner/discussion leader, and illustrator or summarizer, depending on the topics. Every week I will rotate the roles so that everyone gets a chance to experience a different role. ]]> 2023-02-08 17:26:10 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473817552 https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473820017 Having a morning routine is important so that students know expectations as they enter the classroom. There is less stress because everyone knows what to do. One idea that I loved was question of the day. On Fridays, students can submit questions and the teachers would choose form the questions students submitted. In the mornings, the question would be posted on the board and students would respond in their journal. Students enjoy it because they get to come up with the questions and it gives teachers information about the students. This strategy works for any age, but I would use in in 3rd-5th. ]]> 2023-02-08 17:27:10 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473820017 600685 https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473821128 No matter the grade, the way that a student is greeted is very important. Being a teacher is a sweet and special gift to be able to be a safe place for students and their feelings/emotions. One way to do this is to greet each student at the door in the fashion that they want. You can have a poster with the different ideas such as a hug, high-five, fist bump, or just a hello. This gives the students the reminder that they are loved, but also the space to make them feel comfortable. ]]> 2023-02-08 17:27:52 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473821128 https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473821659 At the end of the day in our 3rd grade classroom while students are cleaning packing up, students will listen to a podcast. I think it would be a good way to cut down on potential chaos in the classroom because it helps keep the kids collectively focused on something while students are in different processes and stages of packing up. ]]> 2023-02-08 17:28:14 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473821659 https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473822108 Working to have energy as a teacher and make lessons energizing for students is important, as well as building structure to keep an organized classroom and set clear expectations for students throughout the year. Having clear boundaries and expectations is useful for any grad level.]]> 2023-02-08 17:28:28 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473822108 shanthorn https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473822549 Use visual timers to help students know when it's time to move on. Lots of options! Careful about sounds attached. Know your students.]]> 2023-02-08 17:28:41 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473822549 https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473823864 Music can provide non-verbal or signaled transition behaviors that keep them engaged. Classroom songs are like co-teachers who help you guide the class. Build off of each song and routine at a time to establish positive habits and build off of them to accomplish more at once.]]> 2023-02-08 17:29:33 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473823864 shanthorn https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473824895 2023-02-08 17:30:17 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473824895 shanthorn https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473826015 2023-02-08 17:31:00 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473826015 shanthorn https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473826155 2023-02-08 17:31:06 UTC https://padlet.com/shanthorn/jnlbch0a5bdqs4iq/wish/2473826155