Historical timelines and current events drive my instruction, with 7th grade in mind.
Who is Brian Billet?
Instead of working by myself, this way of doing things promotes the saying "two minds are better than one."
What is collaboration?
True or False
False; must be meaningful, align with standards, intent to move students forward in learning
It's okay to take these when you just need to have a "restart" or a "timeout"?
What is a mental health day (take a day off)?
What are class expectations?
(What are procedures? is also acceptable.)
I use these to keep up with student work and class handouts.
What are class folders/bends/baskets?
Who is Jazamek Price?
What is plan?
Harry Wong suggest to "Be...", following these three main principles of establishing classroom structure.
What is "Be firm, fair, and consistent?"
Who is Stephanie Schindler?
Circles and conferencing help with listening, gaining understanding, and building trustworthy relationships.
What are restorative practices?
I explore the scientific method with 7th grade future scientist.
Who is Marjorie Childs?