Welcome, Classroom Procedures, and Classroom Management Style 8/20

Today, I was excited to introduce myself to the class, and I can't wait to get to know students better! Here is a picture of me and my family:  Wade, Rylan (2nd Grader), and Ragyn (kindergarten).  We also have two  dogs Belle & Emma!

Our class began by discussing a number of classroom expectations including:  how we enter the classroom each day, what to do when we arrive, and how to be ready for class each day.  Students had some time to get to know a little bit about me, and begin some "SENTENCE STARTERS" that will be due tomorrow.

Finally, we discussed my classroom discipline policy.  I use a philosophy called C.A.R.E.S.  CARES is an approach to management that centers around the idea that if we all CARE, we will have a successful classroom.  This acronym stands for:  COOPERATION, ASSERTION, RESPONSIBILITY, EMPATHY, and SELF-CONTROL.  Students, can you think of what each of these will look like in our classroom?

If students struggle with these expecations, I have a "TAKE A BREAK" chair in my classroom.  Students will be asked to "Take a Break" and they may return to their activity when they feel they are ready.  Usually, this is all it takes for somebody to regain control to return to whatever we are working on in the classroom.  If the problem persists, students will be sent to the timeout room due to the inability to let others or themself to learn. As a result, students  will not be able to return to class until the next day.

It is a strong system, that I have found to be the most effective in my teaching career.  I anticipate a great year! As always, please contact me with any questions you might have.

Have a super night!