The first day of school is quickly approaching! These days can feel overwhelming as you try to get everything ready and make sure nothing is missed. In this episode, we’ll walk through your first day of school "must haves" from classroom management plans to your daily schedule. We'll talk about what to do—and when to do it—so you can start the year calm, prepared, and confident.
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00:00 Setting the Tone for the School Year
01:24 Clarifying and Raising Expectations
06:59 Establishing Classroom Procedures
10:47 Responding to Misbehavior
15:17 Planning Content for Day One
18:58 Inviting God into Your Planning
Resources/Links Mentioned:
Classroom Management & Motivation: https://teach4theheart.com/backtoschooltraining
Day One Success Plan workshop for PLUS members: https://teach4theheart.com/day1
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This episode is brought to you in partnership with the Herzog Foundation.
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The Herzog Foundation covers the cost of the retreat—excluding travel—making this an amazing opportunity for your high school students.
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