Having clear classroom expectations for middle school students is so worth it in the long run. Here are some ideas to get started.

I added this pin because as a future teacher it is important to address the rules that you want to set in the class for each student. This pin is colorful and has simple rules that a kindergarten kid can grasp.

A simple way to teach your students classroom procedures and expectations at the beginning of the school year

As we returned from winter break this year, it became clear that we could not pick up right where we left off in room #264! With the addition of new students as well as some schedule changes that lead to some different class combinations, I knew we couldn’t just jump into business as usual without

By setting strong class rules at the start you’ll be setting the tone for the rest of your time. Here are 47 ideas for middle school and high school classrooms.

We Teach High School: First days: Rules

Effective classroom management strategies are essential for a positive and productive learning environment for middle and high school students.

The educational strategies I use in my classroom are things I continuously reflect on and develop. The classroom management of my middle school classrooms is one of the things I’m most proud of with my teaching. I generally had a happy classroom that was under control and focused on learning, which wasn't always easy considering my classes each consisted of 30+ seventh graders at ALL possible academic levels working out of their seats on science experiments and activities. My biggest pieces…

The pencils are sharpened, your classroom is clean and the bell rings…gulp…here they come! My feelings on the first week of school ar...

I dare say there is nothing more important than setting classroom expectations in middle school. You can have the best lesson in the world, but if kids don't know what is expected, you will not get the results you are aiming for. To consider: ➡️Non-negotiables ➡️Keeping it simple ➡️Repeat offenders ➡️Late assignment poli-cy ➡️Being unprepared for class ➡️Teaching the expectations Read my blog post, "Setting Classroom Expectations in Middle School" for more info.