🎯 Q4 Focus
What is ONE Priority that matters most in Quarter 4?
Student Growth, Reviewing Key Standards, Closing Learning Gaps, Preparing for Testing, Strong Routines
Would you rather : No copier or no Wifi?
Name 1 engagment strategy that always works
Turn & Talk, Games, Hands-on activities, Movement, Call & Response
Students come back LOUD and off-task --- What's your first move?
Reset expectations
Stop and reteach procedures
Use attention signal
Practice routines again
Name 3 ways to motivate students.
(10 seconds to answer)
Rewards
Praise
Goal setting
Competition
Choice
Name 2 things students still NEED before the end of the year?
Review of standards
Writing practice
Consistent routines
Feedback
Engagement
Test prep exposure
What's the MOST exhausting part of Q4?
What's 1 way to save time in planning?
Reuse lessons, Use templates, Collaborate with team, Small Group rotations, Focus on priority standards
A student has checked out completely - what do you do?
Build relationship
One-on-one check-in
Adjust instruction
Provide incentives
Set small goals
Name 3 behavior strategies.
Positive reinforcement
Clear expectations
Consistent consequences
Proximity
Redirection
What does "finishing strong" actually look like in your classroom?
Consistent expectations
High engagement
Data-driven instruction
Focused small groups
Students showing growth
Act it Out: A teacher returning from Spring Break
No wrong answer.
-Creativity
-Accuracy
-Humor
How do you reset expectations after break?
Re-teach routines, Model expectations, Practice procedures, Be Consistent immediately, Set clear consequences
Your class energy is LOW - how do you bring it back?
Brain break
Movement activity
Game-based learning
Change pacing
Quick engagement strategy
Name 3 ways to reduce YOUR stress.
Planning ahead
Setting boundaries
Asking for help
Simplifying lessons
Taking breaks