#122edchat is a weekly conversation designed to help inspire educators across the globe to reach their greatest potential in service of others. Megan Hacholski (@megan_hacholski) and Michael Abramczyk (@_on11), along with guest moderators, lead each week with a different focus tied to their strengths and areas of expertise.
Intro: Welcome everyone!
Introduce yourself. Where you are from and your position.
Post an image or GIF representing the type student you were growing up. #122edchat
Intro: Welcome everyone!
Introduce yourself. Where you are from and your position.
Post an image or GIF representing the type student you were growing up. #122edchat
Hey #122edchat! So happy to see all of you here! This is the one and only, Michael A. #STEM Facilitator from @simmonsknights1. Attached is live footage of me as a child at school. I was "that kid". My sincerest apologies to everyone that was in my path. I just wanted to have fun.
I'm Jen from RI.
Back in the day I was a student who loved school. I knew the "game" and how to be successful.
https://t.co/k2ptt0rVVf
Excited to be here to hang with you #122edchat
Hello #122edchat! Thank you for this opportunity this evening, looking forward to learning from you all.
Mat Taylor, AP @BeulahElem in Pensacola, FL
I was the student who did what he needed to be left alone.
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Hi folks. George from Japan. I teach secondary English and Humanities. I vlog and blog at https://t.co/HVCqyGmhNd as well. Happy to learn with you! I was kind of a skeptical student in school. #122edchat
Vanessa Heller from Southern CA: #inquiry#pbl and #GiftedEd trainer, middle school humanities teacher, ELA Dept. Chair, Tech Innovator, Peer Coach. I was not any teacherās fave student, lol. #122edchat
A1: The most important routine that I've learned to use is to begin by listening to the Ss. I want to know what they are thinking and what their perceptions and expectations are. Hear Them. Meet Them. Respect Them. #122edchathttps://t.co/vZtP8N6OUn
Havanah! What a lovely name. Thanks for being here tonight. Excited to learn with you. Awesome reference, too. Would have been funnier if you said you were like Ron Swanson. #122edchat
A1- Spend the first 3 weeks of school teaching Ss all basic routines, how to independently transition from activities, & how to work/problem-solve independently during center times. You can't teach content if they aren't ready to learn. #122edchat
A1: Respect is everything. I make it clear that my classroom is OUR classroom. I will respect my Ss with freedom and flexibility, but only if they give me respect in return. It's not about rules - it's about a feeling of belonging & contributing to something greater. #122edchat
Here I am at about 10...still make the same face/have the same attitude.... I was bright and bored easily and I let all my teachers know it. Now I teach middle school... Karma is a bitch! #122edchat
A1: Using @classcraftgame from Day 1 helps set a great tone for the year! ALso humor and making Ss know they are in a safe environment for risks and that they will be challenged #122edchat
A1: Everything you expect Ss to do. Model and teach, EVERYTHING!
Highly recommend the book: The First Days of School: How to be an Effective Teacher by Harry & Rosemary Wong
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A1: We are diligent to develop a community where Ss feel safe and comfortable before tackling curriculum. We emphasize that their voice matters now at 12 instead of 21. Furthermore, if we desire to be heard by others, we must be willing to hear what others have to say. #122edchat
A1: It is important to cover day-to-day items for routines but equally as important to build relationships. A combination of learning routines and each other is awesome!
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A1: I think the most important think to help manage classroom behavior is to first and foremost, build a positive relationship with students. #122edchat
A1: Teach every single thing. Make a list of the way every procedure, routine, and expectation should be followed and teach it all. Repeatedly. #122edchat
A1: Earlier in my career, I would've said "get those routines down right away." But now I know there's time for that. I spend a little time getting to know the kids first. This process has really helped me with behaviors I would see otherwise. #122edchat
A1. Teaching students the process and why we do things a certain way. Making sure that all stakeholders understand the process and reasoning for the process. #122edchat
A1: we spend the 1st week learning writing about, and practicing our school wide PBS expectations. We came up with a class cheer. I have simple hand signals for common requests. Greet Ss at door daily and learn names ASAP. And lots of hugs #122edchat
A1: Respect. For each other. Nothing works in our classroom if we don't respect each other. Doesn't always mean we agree but we're always respectful! #122edchat
Q1 I think any and all routines are important at the beginning of the year. I use Brag Tags to engage the students and encourage positive behavior choices. #122edchat
Expectations are extremely important. Depending on the school and level everything from š½breaks, āļø sharpening, and turning in homework š. My main routine is how students are to treat their classmates, their learning, and themselves. #122edchat
A1: I start with the BIG rules.. break it and you are DOOMed so the kids know I mean business. But then I will tone it down to get back to fun engagement levels :) #122edchat
A2: Team Work Contracts.
Self-Reflections. Take time to listen to them and feel their perspective. I'm also using @givethxapp to build community w/ my students but also am sending messages of thanks to Ss as they are doing their #GiveThx#122edchat
A1: Most important routines: Connecting, relationships, making learning a "cultural thing!" not just something that happens through processes and procedures. #122edchat
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~daily classroom community bldg meeting
~Ss&Ts discuss, share & vote on language that will be used in classroom that focuses on 3 things .... words that praise, support & encourage
~lots of ā¤ļø & second chances
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A1 As principal I make sure Ts know the importance of taking the first week to develop relationships and figure out the routines that are necessary for that years class. Also go over the schoolwide norms and model them daily. #122edchat
A1: respect is a two way street. I did mini-lessons, stated daily, practiced what I preached, and had kiddos hold me accountable. They felt respected so there was rarely issues, when there were - we discussed privately and moved on #122edchat
A1 1st = be a friend since 6ers are new to MS. My rules = āNo clicking, licking, sticking, or pickingā. We do get to know each other activities & I teach routines over time: supplies, use manners, push in chairs so I don't hurt myself (again), sneeze right, study, etc #122edchat
A1: Most important routines: Connecting, relationships, making learning a "cultural thing!" not just something that happens through processes and procedures. #122edchat
A1: Having school-wide expectations ready to discuss and talk about. Next create classroom expectations together. Then review these expectations for the frist few weeks and revisit when necessary #122edchat
#122edchat - ALL OF THEM! No matter what the age, you need to be extremely specific about your expectations for behavior. If you donāt say it, kids will assume that your expectations of their behavior isnāt high. Expect more out of them, and they will strive to be better.
A2- It's been years since I've been in the classroom, but we used to review & practice some important routines on a weekly or monthly basis, so the expectations were always clear. #122edchat
A2: Because my class is largely Ss-centered with very little direct instruction, the Ss have opportunities to "practice" almost daily. I reteach when necessary, which isn't often, since they have to correct themselves (& each other) in order for learning to happen. #122edchat
A1. The golden rule applies! Also, Respecting one another, kindness, and positivity . Routines we start outlearning how to problem solve, work together and collaborate, and get to know one another through team building project!#122edchat
A2.1: In behavioral psychology, reinforcement is a consequence applied that will strengthen a future behavior whenever that behavior is preceded by a specific antecedent stimulus. Reinforcement is an important part of operant or instrumental conditioning.
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A2: I have Ss repeat tasks if they don't get it right the first time. Also I make sure that I tell them the WHY behind my expectations as clearly as possible. #122edchat
Hi all! Sorry Iām late! My school neighbor had the NERVE to play Christmas music today in her class. And I heard it over MY awesome music. We have a problem... searching for competition... oh, I teach 6th grade physical science in PA! #122edchat
A2: @breakoutEDU and Boss Battles bring excitement and reminders when needed. We also do lots of work with partners, groups, whatever natural pairing works #122edchat
A2: I love Breakouts - totally reminds them how important their collaboration and communication is! They only get the job done if they work together. Plus they all love it! #122edchat
A2: Each quarter we get new Ss, so this process is always fresh. Individual connections w/groups, formative assessments all quickly reveal areas that re-teaching of core principles of safety and comfort need to take place. 1:1 conversations w/groups solve many ills. #122edchat
#122edchat Kingsfield is a Capturing Kids Heart school. We visit our social contract daily. Review our agreed upon rules and the ways we want to be treated and the way we should treat others. Talk about ways to make good choices.
A2: Activities where students can laugh, move around, do some team building and learn each otherās names at the beginning of the year can have great benefits all year long. #122edchat
A2: Morning meetings. Every single day. The community built through morning meetings reviews and APPLIES the expectations set forth. #122edchat#ownyourimpact
I always did a āsyllabus scavenger huntā (I didnāt have a true syllabus but it held all our rules, expectations, routines, etc) the kids had a blast and it helped remind them of what they should do #122EdChat
A1 Our school uses Responsive Classroom. So I spend the first 6 weeks teaching routines about everything, pencils, rug expectations, lining up, transitions, etc. Spending that time at the beginning of the year makes management so much easier. #122edchat
A2: we use creativity throughout the year and group work - using legos, building things, #ironchef#eduprotocol we use a Frayer model to have discussions. #122edchat
A2: After breaks we will review classroom expectations but I think having discussions with students whenever something comes up is the best way to reinforce expected behaviors. Again, relationships are key! #122edchat
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~ any opportunity/activity to build and foster ongoing, positive, authentic relationships w/each other is the focal point of all we do ā¤ļø
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A2: top priority for me is continuously modeling kindness - at @CaldwellElemen we call it using our "accountable talk" in discussions and group-work. I openly praise and make positive examples of Ss using accountable talk so others will follow #122edchat
A1: Respect. For each other. Nothing works in our classroom if we don't respect each other. Doesn't always mean we agree but we're always respectful! #122edchat
Agreed - I ditched blabbering at kids about rules at the BOY. I do more collaboration & identity activities to set positive tone. The rules happen naturally - and the kids inherently know what is right and wrong anyway. I still meet my babies at the door each day too. #122edchat
A2: I just started having the Ss troubleshoot when an activity doesn't work. I got this idea from @PaulSolarz and it's actually curtailed complaining. Me: "Fishbowl discussion didn't go well? What was problematic? Ok, now come up with solutions for next time." #122edchat
A2. Reteach when necessary, model empathy! Various situations with Ss, how would they feel? Look in the mirror at the other person and observe their feelings! #122edchat
A1: Working with students to set classroom norms. Making sure students know where everything is. Starting every class with a "do now" and establishing the expectations of regular transitions. #122edchat
A2- #122edchat - Sometimes if things arenāt going great, you need to reset and have a conversation and have constructive feedback. But if you set those expectations Day 1, and you donāt waiver, you shouldnāt have to reteach.
A2. My main goal is to always cultivate the relationships with my students. It is something that I take a lot of pride & time in doing. Once you have build a relationship and a rapport with students correcting a behavior or re-directing becomes easier BC of the prework #122edchat
A2 Every moment we have with Ss should be a teachable moment. Hopefully trust, Engagement, and the teaching of self regulation strategies has taken place throughout the year that reminders are minimal as the year progresses. #122edchat
So true! And if a lot of folks get something wrong, then I take ownership and realize that I probably wasn't clear enough with my expectations! #122edchat
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~ any opportunity/activity to build and foster ongoing, positive, authentic relationships w/each other is the focal point of all we do ā¤ļø
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A4- I still think a phone call home is the most effective way to gain parental support. Email and text messages leave tone up to interpretation. It allows both parties to ask questions. Having a conversation in the moment can help with school-home collaboration. #122edchat
A3: Patience and calm. I don't believe in loudly reprimanding students. It's far more effective to have a one-on-one conversation (when appropriate), instead of disrupting the entire class & embarrassing someone in the process. #122edchat
A2 Our school has a SWPBS called PRIDE SS are taught lessons in the beginning of the year and we have a reboot mid way with games and reminder videos created by ss on the PRIDE team #122edchat
A2: when things start to get a little wonky, usually around this time of year, devoting a class period to a discussion that revisits what we set in place at the beginning of the year, and making any adjustments if necessary. Student input is key! #122edchat
I really enjoy Student led Morning meeting activities and breakout box activities. These both put the student in charge of the results and allows experience of how collaboration and teamwork are a key skill. #122edchat
A3: Separating the behavior from the person. Addressing the concerns privately, instead of publicly. Recognizing the value of the person involved and targeting the questionable action. Expressing the potential for greatness, in spite of current choices. #122edchat
A4: Communication is crucial with families. Again take the time to hear what they have to say. These families often feel that they aren't heard. But, I always ask for insight of how we might work together moving forward to prevent more "bad behavior" conversations. #122edchat
A3: A quick conversation in the hallway. No audience, no egos engaging in a battle, just a talk about expectations and the choices the S has with the results of the choices laid out. #122edchat
A2 We work on how to treat each other - be in good humor, use toleration (like Cyrus & Darius of the Persian empire) instead of with cruelty (like the Assyrian empire). We also learn how to work with our āfreighborsā (friends & neighbors at our table. #122edchat
A1: How to work in groups, how to get along, how to show each other respect, how to disagree, how to focus and listen when someoneās talking. Technology too!! #122edchat
ALL BEHAVIORS HAVE A FUNCTION - FIND IT!
I always pause and say - WHY? then I plan an intervention based on the why.
Sometimes it is a simple redirection - sometimes it is an involved data talk and intervention plan #122EdChat
A3: I don't believe there is ONE "go to" strategy because it really depends on the behavior. Sometimes you need to redirect, sometimes pull the S aside for a personal convo, sometimes change table groups. Parent contact/involvement is a huge factor as well. #122edchat
A1-Routines & expectations for everything in the classroom.Kids want to know boundaries. If expectations are clear and students don't meet them,the first things I say are "What are the expectations?" and"Are you meeting the expectations right now"Easy and low conflict. #122edchat
Capturing Kids Heart:
1. What are you doing?
2. What should you be doing?
3. What are you going to do? #122edchat that doesnāt always work. Redirecting to their daily schedules. Reminding them of their choices and moving on.
#122edchat - A3 I put the kid out in the hall by the door until I am done helping others or teaching, then I go out and have a super friendly smile and have a one on one. The positivity surprises them and throws them off. They usually understand that they need to do better.
A3. Proximity. The āeyeā. Not drawing attention to the situation. Always keeping your cool, ALWAYS. Not to respond with sarcasm. Understand that I dong know always whatās going on in there life so to be aware of that. Be trauma informed always! #122edchat
A2: I use the acronym āGroupsā and refer back to it all the time. Lessons on behavior are also embedded rather than explicitly practiced, but I refer back to the norms before we practice. #122edchat
A3 Conversation like I would any other human who does something that negatively impacts me. I feel if we give them the respect and just help them realize the impact they make it can make a difference. #122edchat
A3: I love asking kiddos how they think we should handle a situation. "So what do you think we need to do about this?" They are usually very insightful and get back on track! #122edchat
Q4: Communication with families is a must to reach behavior goals. What types of ways do you communicate with your families? How do you help families continue/reinforce the behavior plan at home? #122edchat
Q4: Communication with families is a must to reach behavior goals. What types of ways do you communicate with your families? How do you help families continue/reinforce the behavior plan at home? #122edchat
A2 My Ss run our Closing Circle every day. They reflect on what went well and what we need to work on. Then we decide what our behavior focus should be for the next day #122edchat
Hahahahahahaha! Once again...we might be the same person! I, too, am put off by Christmas music. Our kids at home will play it on their instruments just to annoy me. I am living the dream. #122edchat
A1 When I was in the classroom I let ss create the expectations with me Each class created their own, but I held them accountable for their set standards I set very high expectations and honestly ss were respectful and well mannered most of the time #122edchat
A3: I try to respond when I'm calm. Situations can escalate very quickly, and I have certainly been guilty of addressing nonthreatening behaviors while I was annoyed/irritated. Doesn't help, ever. #122edchat
A4: I keep a parent contact log and aim to make at least one positive contact home per week. Most of the time, it's a quick email, but I prefer to speak with parents on the phone if possible. #122edchat
A2 - In a whole class setting: stop and reteach expectations as soon as they are not met. "I'm sorry to those of you meeting the expectation right now, but some of us unfortunately need a reminder" This creates a social incentive to meet the expectation too #122edchat
A2: I love a good routine. And practicing that routine on a daily basis makes a big difference. I used to (and still sometimes do) rebel against doing things the same way all the time, but after 12 yrs I see how much kids need that consistency.
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A3: It all depends on if it's an individual student or more than that. Individual meeting with the student or a small/whole group discussion. Then reflection on what to improve on for the future. #122edchat
Only creates walls between you and the student. Have to be ready on my toes to evaluate what can be done to redirect...Not going to lie, this is a tough question. Teacher has to be ready to quickly find strength!
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A2. My main goal is to always cultivate the relationships with my students. It is something that I take a lot of pride & time in doing. Once you have build a relationship and a rapport with students correcting a behavior or re-directing becomes easier BC of the prework #122edchat
A3: Depending on the severity of the negative behavior, I always start with empathy and offer the student an opportunity to go to a pre-designated space to calm down. #122edchat
A3 HUMOR! Can't teach MS if you teach with āus vs themā mentality. Kids are just plain weird & really donāt know why they do half the weird stuff they do (prefrontal cortex = empty of good decision making). Laugh, tell 'em to chill, & move on cuz thereās learning to do #122edchat
A4: This is definitely an area I need to improve. I've used Seesaw this year as a reflection & goal setting to try and keep parents in the loop. I also send home #kudos papers when they kids do awesome things. #122edchat
Capturing Kids Heart:
1. What are you doing?
2. What should you be doing?
3. What are you going to do? #122edchat that doesnāt always work. Redirecting to their daily schedules. Reminding them of their choices and moving on.
A4: I am person who notoriously asks questions - "What are you seeing at home? Are there any external factors impacting your child?" As a dad, I realize there is always a root cause of behavior. If we, as a team, can target that, we have greater chance for success. #122edchat
A5: Admin support is crucial. They can listen and then act. The pace of a day is so fast that finding those moments to connect in person with a T can be the make it or break it moment. BUT...The T has to be willing to ask for help/advice & to try these tips. #122edchat
A4: When in the classroom I updated my website and @ClassDojo every day to keep parents informed at all times. I love seeing Ts do the same and even use tools like @seesaw, the guest side of @flipgrid and social media.
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A3: Rrflection. Are they understanding the expectations? Are my activities engaging enough? Have I allowed for movement? Have they been doing the same type of work (listening to me talk or independent work) too long? Are the learning activities appropriate? #122edchat
Right on! I was the recipient of many teacher explosions as a kid. Ruined my self-esteem. I have found I can get more done by having a private conversation to reframe the students' perspective of the situation and self. #122edchat
A2. I use an old coaching strategy called " Echoing". When a student performs a positive behavior listed on @ClassDojo , we echo the behavior. Example, a student shares a pencil..we say that's a " helping others". #122edchat
Q4: Communication with families is a must to reach behavior goals. What types of ways do you communicate with your families? How do you help families continue/reinforce the behavior plan at home? #122edchat
Daily behavior calendar. Notes home. Remind texts. Phone calls and conferences. I reach out daily via behavior log. There are messages there that lets the parent know of goods and bags. Weekly notes home. #122edchat
Q4: Communication with families is a must to reach behavior goals. What types of ways do you communicate with your families? How do you help families continue/reinforce the behavior plan at home? #122edchat
A3: Try to bring it back to a respectful-everything I need@to know I learned in kindergarten kind of approach. āWe need to use an inside voice, or āWe need to keep our hands to ourselves.ā It takes them by surprise and then I usually get a smile and nod. #122edchat
A4. Donāt be afraid to make a parent phone call home, whether that be a positive call or call that requires a critical conversation to move the needle #122edchat
A4: notes home in Ss agendas, @ClassDojo , class Facebook page, P/T conferences.
My school is also great with communication on social media and with regular (fun!) family nights
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Q4: Communication with families is a must to reach behavior goals. What types of ways do you communicate with your families? How do you help families continue/reinforce the behavior plan at home? #122edchat
A4 Text, phone, conferences. I give personal examples, offer tips and suggestions. Most importantly, LISTEN!
Create Behavior data logs with the Ps to stay in communication. We utilize Remind to text and send pictures of behavior logs
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Q4: Communication with families is a must to reach behavior goals. What types of ways do you communicate with your families? How do you help families continue/reinforce the behavior plan at home? #122edchat
A3 Design your room in a way that it's easy to approach Ss with undesirable behavior. You don't have to stop the lesson; just make sure your student feels that you're there. If it still doesn't work, you can give him the stare. him the stare #122edchat
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~home visits
~positive, ongoing positive communication ~calls, texts, positive notes, emails
~ these awesome highlight cards made @Vistaprint ~ they are a big #room44pride fan fav ā¤ļø
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Agreed, but I have 80-100 students a year.... so hard to do calls. Emails are also documentation, which sadly, at times we need to have. I do see many families at school events though which is a nice way to build rapport. #122edchat
A4: Invite parents to class to take part in Ss activities. Social Media, phone calls, and talking during ball games and other activities to get to know Ps. #122edchat
A4: I send out an email once a month updating parents on what we've been working on and preview upcoming events. I try to include a "Parent Challenge" for parents to directly bring them into our curriculum. #122edchat
Q4 Start communication right away, donāt wait until you need assistance! Use the type of communication that is best for the family and if you can get to the home, do it! #122edchat
A4: @ClassDojo and Remind are awesome communication tools! Now reinforcing the behavior plans at home are a work in progress BUT we will get there!! #122edchat
Q4: Communication with families is a must to reach behavior goals. What types of ways do you communicate with your families? How do you help families continue/reinforce the behavior plan at home? #122edchat
A3: My number one strategy when dealing with neg behavior is trying to pause before I react. I try not to take anything they do personally! I remind myself that I'm dealing with a kid, not an adult.
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A3. We review our family promise, discuss issues in hall, fill out think sheet if needed- always time to make better choices- everyone has bad days! #122edchat
A4: Positive phone calls and emails go a long way toward building positive relationships - and even partnerships - with parents. Also, when parents want to share concerns, making sure they are heard, and then asking for their help. #122edchat
Oh yes, lots of those. The kids know I am definitely not perfect, nor do I expect them to be. But I do expect them to give me all they've got. #122edchat
A2: we are an MTSS school so we have reminders everywhere! Positive incentives for behaving appropriately and then retracting moments with teach toās. #122edchat
Hello, I'm Rick Snoeyink, a professor at Trinity Christian College, and we are in the middle of our class. Sorry we're jumping in a bit late. #122edchat
A5- It's important for administrators to offer whatever supports a teacher needs. This might be professional development, assistance in creating behavior plans/accommodations, scheduling time for a team to meet to create an action plan for a student, etc. #122edchat
A5: Make yourself present in that classroom. If Ss know that their admin care enough to be seen in a teacher's class, it may help shift their mindset. #122edchat
A5: One of my favorite principals took time to listen to me before casting judgment abt circumstances. He sought to help me resolve problems than give directives. He also taught me to find myself in my Ss' stories. When we understand who we teach, we will have success. #122edchat
A3
Treat students with the respect you expect from them
Establish rules and be consistent
Use a soft voice
Address the behavior without demeaning the child
Use positive reinforcement regularly before a problem evolves
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A4 I was lucky to have been connected with a school where there's a strong home-school collaboration. Almost always it is not difficult to call parents so they can sit down with you and talk about the concern. Nothing beats this. #122edchat
A2: Behavior data? What's that? Instilling relationships, placing emphasis on learning versus grading, and being kind has my HS classes running smoothly this year. Also, giving them an outlet for #studentvoice. (The ES classroom uses the data I give). š #122edchat
#122edchat - A4 - Thatās where things get complicated, especially when it comes to having 504/IEP meetings. Having clear expectations and a clear plan of action for all stakeholders is a must.
Q4: Communication with families is a must to reach behavior goals. What types of ways do you communicate with your families? How do you help families continue/reinforce the behavior plan at home? #122edchat
As a parent and teacher, I appreciate this approach. First this has to be a conversation with you and the student. The RELATIONSHIP and environment is involved with the Teacher and Student. Parent can give more support in the journey. #122edchat
A5: I will sit down with the T of a challenging class to give diff strategies, but I will NOT go in and talk to the class. It takes power away from the T IMO. #122edchat
A4 I use several different tools such as, daily calendar home, remind, class website, emails, phone calls home, also positive notes and calls home. They more I can keep the parents informed the more I can keep them engaged in what is taking place in the classroom. #122edchat
A5: Admins can help Ts that have had a rough class first and foremost by deeply listening to them before judging or replying. The collaborate with the T and offer continuing support. Schools are communities, not collections of silos.
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A3: I'm a big fan of the "teacher chat." I either have a chat after class about what needs to change or before class w/ the student as a pre-correct to reset expectations. #122edchat
A5 I ask the Ts āWhat do you need?ā Its always different. Usually being visible and providing class support while they take time to meet with the student or sit in to help with restorative circles, whatever is needed. Sometimes just a break! #122edchat
A4: Reinforcing behaviors at home is difficult and honestly the biggest struggle I have as a SPED teacher. I try my best to send positive emails as well as emails when things have gone awry. #122edchat
A1. Start class with calming music as students enter; take attendance; ask for one thing they learned thus far in the day or an interesting fact. #122edchat
A5
Encouragement!
Give the teacher a break, time out of the class to breathe.
Help reward the positive behaviors in the room.
Check-ins with Ss so they know you are rooting for them to have a good day.
Attend parent conferences to back the teacher
Chocolate!
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I have a teacher aid with me most of the day to assist wherever needed. My ESE pushes into my class. We bounce off each other seamlessly. Admin new from the beginning and made sure that I had the assistance I needed to have a successful class. #122edchat
A5: An administrator just needs to be there for their teachers. They need to be the shoulder you cry on, the muscle to help them push through, and the wizard to help them design lessons. Administrator asked to be different things for different people. #122edchat
A5: How can an admin help a teacher struggling with behavior of Ss? Show Up and show up often! Don't ignore the problem areas, but literally be there on such a regular basis that it's not weird for the kids and you can see how a child really behaves on the daily.
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A4. There is usually a reason for behavior! Sometimes learning issues, problems at home, etc. We need to ask questions and go beyond the 4 walls to find the answer to the puzzle! #122edchat
A4: Face to face whenever possible. Try using phone calls over emails. Tell the truth-you need parents as partners. Your goal is the same-you both want their child to have a successful school experience. #122EdChat
Q4: Communication with families is a must to reach behavior goals. What types of ways do you communicate with your families? How do you help families continue/reinforce the behavior plan at home? #122edchat
A4: When I taught middle grades, I liked to use email, phone calls, and notes home, but that was a long time ago. Today I would use an LMS like Google Classroom, blogs, @Flipgrid and @ClassDojo#122edchat
A5: Affirmation. Chances are the teacher is beating themselves up enough (I know I have) and need someone who believes in them to remind them that they are good and encourage them! #122edchat
A5: Be consistent. Know what you will tolerate and what you will not. Make sure the culture of the school is helping not hurting the situation. #122edchat
A5 A good support system can be achieved when all Ts handling the same class can pitch in how they deal with that particular class (what works, what doesn't, etc.) #122edchat
A1: Rules and expectations are the most important routines to help manage classroom behavior at the beginning of the year. As a future art teacher, one thing I want to make sure students get in a routine when it comes to cleaning up after themselves. #122edchat#aedu209
A4 Share positive behaviors & success with parents more than you share behavioral issues When you do need to communicate a negative the parent is already in your corner Send newsletters, make positive phone calls, post projects on social media invite parents to help #122edchat
Support their choices and help enforce them with students. Never disagree with them in the presence of students on matters related to discipline as this can diminish their rapport and authority with kids. Have those convos in private. #122EdChat
Kids know it's not possible to be friends w/ everyone but they must be civil w/ a partner(s). So "Freighbors" allows us to work with our tablemates who may or may not be our friends too. There is work to be done - it's not a date, it's not marriage, so get to work! Lol #122edchat
A1: Kinder classes I have been in use a color code and name clip system for Ss to monitor daily behavior. They know there is always an opportunity to do better. End the day in a low level? Note sent home detailing problems and ask Ps to talk it out for ways to improve. #122edchat
#122edchat - A5 - Letting the teacher and students know that behavior has outcomes. Also keeping a culture of respect where excessive behavior is dealt with fairly and equitably.
A3. My most favored way of dealing with behaviors is not giving them the reaction. That's exactly what they're looking for. I reward and give attention to positive behavior only. #122edchat#aedu209
A5: make sure the T knows admin has her back!
An occassional mental health break is hugely apprecciated as well - send a reliable sub for 20 minutes on a test day for the stressed T will help so much! I'm sure theres more #122edchat
A5: Work with the teacher to develop strategies - or encourage teachers who share those students to share what works and brainstorm additional ideas. Never ever come to their rescue in front of the students. It sends a message that the teacher has no control. #122edchat
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~Support Ts at onset & work together with Ts, Ss, Families to address in an honest, action oriented way to address the issues ... #we cannot do this alone ā¤ļø #ittakesavillagetoeducate#122edchat
A3- I stop what I'm doing and I have the entire class do breathing exercises and ask everyone to use their quiet voices and safe hands or body( hands to yourself) #122edchat
ALL BEHAVIORS HAVE A FUNCTION - FIND IT!
I always pause and say - WHY? then I plan an intervention based on the why.
Sometimes it is a simple redirection - sometimes it is an involved data talk and intervention plan #122EdChat
#122edchat A1: A great early routine is writing the the days schedule on the board everyday. This will eliminate needless questions. They know where to find the information.
A4. Newsletters are a good way - make them visually engaging to catch the parents eye & draw them in. Provide links to suggestions for help or guidance at home or for the parent to understand the material in lesson. #122edchat
A5: Stop in periodically so the T has back up & the Ss see their presence too. Remember to work w/ the T; not against them. Keep the judgement aside & offer encouragement & strategies of support. #122edchat
A5: One thing an administrator should not do is play the role of the enforcer. I have too often seen teachers sending kids to the principal. #122edchat
A4 I use @Seesaw with my class. My parents are very active, especially with comments and likes on their childās work. I use the messenger feature to send announcements and I send positive messages about behavior. Ss also know that their families are only a text away #122edchat
A5: Sometimes just to listen to the struggles I am having within the classroom and to brainstorm ideas when needed. A shoutout to @PrincipalTwolf for being so supportive! #122edchat
#122edchat I'm a little late to joining but here are my answers! #aedu209
A1: I'm just an education student currently. However, I work for a morning day care and I think organization is very important. We have to be in sync with our coworkers so students know what to go off of!
it is so important that admin to not loose sight of what it means to be a teacher. We do not want them to be too far removed from the classroom #122edchat#edtechbridge
A3 WHEN you choose to redirect is as important as HOW.If a kid isnt hurting others with their poor choice,Ill sometimes wait til after class so theres no audience to our convo about expectations & consequences.Instills the idea that Im always aware of what theyre doing #122edchat
A4 I have a lot of patience w/ kids & odd/off task behaviors. I handle things in house between kid & me - but some issues merit immediate chat w/ parents. Usually a few emails now & then do the trick. Establish rapport w/ fams. I also post a Week in Review on my site. #122edchat
Yes! It's tragic when a teacher expects adult behavior from a kid who isn't there yet. It's not that we discount our Ss' abilities, for they can do great things, but rather, we see where they still need maturity & we flex with them as they work toward it.
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A2: Rewarding good behavior and discipline students who are not following the rules. A reward can be as simple as allowing students to go on an educational game on their iPad. #aedu209#122edchat
Just wanted to pop in and say hello. Sorry that I missed #122edchat. I miss my #PLFamily, but I have a lot on my plate right now. I will try to be back next week! Hope everyone is well.
A3. Do a belly breath or count to 3 before reacting to a neg behavior. Try to understand their perspective & not single them out. Be supportive b/c it may not be related to you or class at all. You may want to reach out to the student #122edchat
A2: Have Ss reteach the expectations to class. Positive reinforcement w verbal encouragement to emphasize the importance of it. #troll209#aedu209#122edchat
A1- A routine that I usually do with my students is usually review the rules and remind them that we practice respect in our classroom because essentially the classroom is one big family. #122edchat#aedu209
A1: Rules and expectations are the most important routines to help manage classroom behavior at the beginning of the year. As a future art teacher, one thing I want to make sure students get in a routine when it comes to cleaning up after themselves. #122edchat#aedu209
A1- maintaining a comfortable learning environment. I work with kids who have Autism so a lot of them have their own behavior plans... token boards do wonders for them! #122edchat
A1: I don't think the routine matters as long as the student follows the same order each day to stay consistent. I think that is the most important. #122edchat#aedu209
Yup. In 6th, boys and girls are still "icky" to each other, so I have to force some partnerships to get work done.... ugh, so silly. I also tell kids to pair up by finding someone you 'can work with' who is not necessarily someone you hang out with. #122edchat
Thanks #122edchat crew! I'm loving the different ideas and strategies I am reading about.
#ecsdfl meets every Tuesday night at 7:30pm CST if you would like to join us.
A3: As an education student, my goal is to be consistent with discipline. I cannot let something slide one day, and the next day punish a student. #aedu209#122edchat
#122edchat#aedu209 Q2: working in the day care we play a lot of games. We have to reinforce the "no cheating" rules several times and through these games we teach good sportsmanship which has proved to be very important in our daily lives.
Intro: Welcome everyone!
Introduce yourself. Where you are from and your position.
Post an image or GIF representing the type student you were growing up. #122edchat
A2- We use token boards, make sure that their choice that they earn is preferred, talk to Behavior staff and make sure that what we are doing for each child is working and if we have to change anything. #122edchat
A5 There has to be a team effort between teachers, students and admin. Communication makes that team effective! My favorite questions from admin is, āHow can I help?ā #122edchat
So true! When we can have a conversation with Ps about what they are seeing, we get a better picture of how to help Ss. So thankful for your insight tonight in #122edchat.
A5 Last year I had the psych intern observe one class a few times...she suggested a few things for me to try outā¦. Not much worked but those nutty, naughty kids still hang out in my room before school! They needed me, not necessarily my content. I'm cool with that. #122edchat
Hello, #122edchat Steve SPED teacher IA. Just dropping-in. A5) When do we not have a challenging class? They can support us by backing decisions we make in the classroom when parents call! Imperative!
A4 Email, Remind, calls.. but rarely calls. We chat at Back to School Night and my classes have a night of SLCs. In emails I CC the student and I CC the family. I invite families to join classroom discussions (new this year!) and our field trip. #122edchat
A3 We discuss it as a class when itās more than 1 or 2. After an unsuccessful sub day, students discussed it, shared the details, made suggestions... but they suggested punishments. We discussed more and came up with solutions instead. #122edchat
If I have to send a kid to the dean or principal - which only happens once every couple of years - I feel that I have failed somehow that I couldn't help or handle the kids. I also don't want the bosses to think I can't "handle" my classes. #122edchat
A2 We do a lot of routine and call-and-response, but those expectations show up repeatedly in our daily discussions. Being ELA, thereās a focus on life lessons, on character, so the curriculum supports it, too. #122edchat
A1: Teaching Ss how to get what they need, how to be productive, independent, and responsible for self. It helps to teach procedure for the things they care most about first as well. #122edchat
A2: One thing I did this year is give the Ss more autonomy. No going over the rules on day 1, they are expected to be young adults. Using devices appropriately is probably the only reinforcement needed. They are given a syllabus for my classes with expectations. #122edchat
A1 TQE is our most used and most influential routine. We also say good morning and chitchat for a few, and we say goodbye and thank you. Itās important. #122edchat
A2: Finding leadership opportunities to hold each other accountable for the behaviors they should be displaying as well. When they are in charge of expected behaviors, they can be held accountable to the highest degree. #122edchat
A3: I just talk with them. Try to identify triggers or gaps in understanding of expectations and go from there. Reteach, remove, or adjust whatever is needed. #122edchat
I hope for the same approach with my children as well. If I know a teacher is building a relationship with my child and wants the best for them, then it is so easy for me to support them. #122edchat
A1) If you expect them to do it, you do it. Do it in the way you want it done as well. Also, use timers for everything as you start, to set the tone for how long it should take as well.
Classroom contract as in CKH as well is big, lets students own it.
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A5 here is a great tip. I give every T a disc that says Data 15 on it. If you send this disc to the office I will keep the student 15 minutes. Student comes down, I either do not get to him or visit with him. No discipline involved #122edchat
A1- the most important routines I think are the leadership routines. I try to create a classroom that is run by the Ss to help them learn how to be responsible, productive learners. #122edchat
A4: I have a survey of parents preferred contact method. I connect with them using their preferred method. I try to send positive feedback as much if not more than things to work on. #teamworkmakesthedreamwork#122edchat
Q4: Communication with families is a must to reach behavior goals. What types of ways do you communicate with your families? How do you help families continue/reinforce the behavior plan at home? #122edchat
A2) Out of the classroom, I try to spot students doing the right thing and if it is a school-wide expectation, reinforce it by sharing it on the morning news and giving them a shout out for doing it well. We have school store that rewards for following our PACT.
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A3) As the PBIS coach, the first thing I always do is LISTEN. I take the time to explain this first time, I just want to get to know them. By doing that, I can learn about them and then what interventions will help them. I also cover what happens in future visits.
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A2- The leader program in itself reinforces the expected behaviors. When students are expected to correct the behaviors of other students, their behavior also stays in check. #122edchat
A5: I'll defer to Class Rule #4 "Seek 1st to Understand." Listen. Inquire. Appreciate Efforts given. Collaborate.
Sometimes people can be quick to jump to a resolution because it's easier. It can feel a little condescending to Ts. Fortunately, my admin are awesome! #122edchat
A4) Our Ts use @RemindHQ@ClassDojo messaging & stories to share with parents & communicate. Also call, text as many run out of minutes, & I have even visited homes this year to talk with them. Often asked what I would do as a parent & I share. So many don't know.
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