So we�re this far into the school year, and many years for me, this was about the time my classroom management started slipping. Kids are getting a little more wired, and I need a boost.
First off, it�s probably time to review the classroom guidelines one more time and ask them for feedback if the consequences are fair and working. Then crack down on those for a few weeks till those are back in line.
You�ve gotta get out of your classroom and have some fun with them! Don�t worry, this is not a waste of time. These times are super valuable investments in your classroom management.
- Go play basketball or soccer with them.
- Eat with them for fun.
- Join in the karaoke at the lunch area, and if there isn�t karaoke, get your student leaders to set it up.
- Or get teachers to set it up and all of you do a song.
- Jump into the spirit competitions where you catch food off your forehead or pie eating contests.
- Take a chair outside and grade your papers. Just to look weird � And get out of your classroom into the sun.
- Plan a teacher flash mob dance performance at nutrition break or lunchtime.
- Take a role in the student play. Especially if there�s a singing part.
- Change into some exercise clothes and join them on the track during P.E. class.
Conversation of the Day: What can you do this month to earn some street cred with your students?
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