"Mud play is an inexpensive, inclusive, and inviting way for children to become deeply engaged and “lost” in the world of play." https://t.co/mW6k5gUTBu
Leaders, join us for a summer webinar series where we'll explore ideas for raising teacher morale; growing teachers’ skillsets; welcoming new teachers on board; and decreasing teacher stress, burnout, and turnover. https://t.co/hnLqfHdiE7
California educators and leaders: We invite you to join us for a panel discussion to explore the upcoming implementation of universal transitional kindergarten in CA. https://t.co/cVcaPOcNjP
Goal: We can access all materials, workspaces, and essential locations without disturbing others. Create a natural traffic flow, assign seats, and place responsible students near areas that have the highest potential for distraction. #earlystageinterventions#safeandcivilschools
I always encourage teachers (and MYSELF) to look in the mirror and practice finding an emotionally neutral facial expression and vocal tone. What does it look and sound like? Return here when responding to misbehavior!
In times of stress, it is easy to fall into bad habits like emotional, angry reactions to student misbehavior. During these difficult times, most of us need to find daily ways to consciously prompt & monitor ourselves to ensure responses are calm and unemotional. #CHAMPS#DSC
When stressed, tired, or on edge about other things, these are the times to be most intentional about remaining emotionally neutral when a student is misbehaving. Take a deep breath and think before responding. Seek to act calm even if you don’t feel it
Can children feel and articulate their loneliness? Authors Campos & McConnell Fad explore this question in their new text, Lonely Kids in a Connected World. https://t.co/zXuWtbDhPA
We will be in person for the July 2022 National Conference in Portland, OR! This is such a great 4.5 days of in-depth sessions and networking. Hope you can join us! https://t.co/Tr2ZKOWmQt
I’m a firm believer that this is the most underutilized while most important strategies...just recognize positives more than negatives. When we really do this, it is a game changer.
Active problem solving, solution oriented approaches, continuous improvement! As my dad always says, “misbehavior is a puzzle to be solved, not a threat to be removed” ~Randy Sprick
Strive to increase your ratio of positive interactions! Calling students by name & greeting them at the door are simple ways to start the day/class off with a focus on relationships. #CHAMPS#DSC
In your classroom, does it benefit students more to behave appropriately or inappropriately? Which type of behavior do you acknowledge most often? #CHAMPS
Increasing positive interactions is especially effective with students engaging in attention-seeking misbehaviors. Catch them following expectations. Demonstrate that responsible behavior consistently results in positive attention. #CHAMPS#DSC
Don't take student misbehavior personally! While it can be easy to become emotional with a student who exhibits repeated misbehavior, continue to lead in a professional and positive manner. #safeandcivilschools