Create a student/parent welcome letter to send home.These tips will help you plan for all the incidentals that arise on week one. If you plan accordingly, you can set the tone for the rest of the school year. Determine how you'll transition students and what they'll do when their work is completed.Determine student responsibilities and duties (classroom jobs, etc.).Determine a routine for when students are absent from class.Create a system for students to follow to hand in homework, classwork, etc.Create a routine for attendance, lunch, restroom breaks, walking in the hallway, etc.Create a dismissal routine (cleaning up, putting away supplies, etc.).Create a morning routine (morning meeting, seat work, etc.).Determine a few signals to capture students' attention.Create a list of rules and consequences, and post them.
Rules set the stage for expectations related to behavior and performance, and routines help everyone stay on track. Prepare Your Classroom Rules and RoutinesĪn essential component of your classroom management plan is to have a clear set of rules and routines for students to follow daily. Label textbooks, workbooks, and supplies.Prepare student name tags and/or student desk plates.Gather and organize classroom materials and supplies.Both you and your students should have easy access to teaching and learning materials, without having to sift through messy areas and disorganized shelves. When your classroom is efficient and organized, it will run more smoothly. Post student schedule, calendar, lunch menu, and announcements.įurther reading: Make Going Back to High School Fun and Engaging Get a Head Start on Classroom Organization.Laminate and hang classroom posters and displays.Check classroom technology and other equipment.Prominently display the emergency evacuation procedure.Create interactive bulletin boards and learning centers.Organize the classroom library and seating area.Strategically place your desk so you can see everything.Determine your desk and seating arrangement.To set yourself up for success, set up your classroom in a way that's neat and filled with all the items you and your students need on a daily basis.
The key to any successful classroom is building a positive learning environment where all students thrive. To help alleviate some of the stress and keep you on track before the school year begins, I've put together an easy-to-follow back-to-school checklist. It's that time again! Are you ready for the new school year? There's a lot of work to do both inside and outside of the classroom before our students arrive.
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