Ideas+for+2011-2012


 * Every week this Summer 2011, I will attempt to come up with ideas on how to **improve my teaching for the 2011-2012 School Year:**


 * Wk of June 13th:** Post clear Progressive Consequences

pg. 119 Classroom Management (Scholastic)

1st Verbal Warning 2nd Change Seat 3rd Miss 10 minutes of recess 4th Student Calls Parent 5th Office Referral


 * Wk of June 20th:** Teach students **"How to Pick a Good Book"**


 * Wk of June 27th:** Refine Classroom Reward System


 * Wk of July 23rd:** Post **High Expectations Quote** (take from back of Beginning Teacher Portfolio OCPS syllabus)

ex. "I noticed Emily has opened her book and is already beginning to work on her assignment. Thank you, Emily." " I see that Brandon is walking quietly to his seat. Thank you, Brandon. And Ashley is walking quietly without touching anyone along the way. Thank you Ashley."
 * Use Social Cues:** an effective cue clearly restates an observable behavior that you are expecting of the class and highlights a specific student who is demonstrating the desired behavior.


 * Use Self-Starters or "Bellwork"** - Have 5-10 min. work ready when students walk in. Light, skills that already mastered.


 * Post Schedule for Each Class-** even if it's just the time so students are.

Remain in seat unless given permission to leave. Permission to go to the bathroom.


 * Develop Hand Signals**


 * Bathroom pass/plush:** one for girls, one for boys


 * Discuss Routines for:**
 * a. Sharpening Pencils**
 * b. Restrooms and drinks**
 * c. Early Finishers**
 * c. Distributing and collecting materials**


 * Create a 'STUDENT WORK CENTER' include:**
 * 1) stapler (labeled 'student use')
 * 2) hole punch,
 * 3) trash can,
 * 4) tray for collecting papers and other work


 * Take PHOTOS OF STUDENTS and display in classroom.**
 * Find a classroom Theme.**
 * Create a Filing System (beside my teacher desk) Buy hanging folders?**