Do you feel like your students are somewhat out of control?
After the holiday season, is a great time to get things under control again.
First of all, make sure your students complete some goal setting worksheets.
Then, re-establish your rules and routines. It's better to stick with 3 rules.
Next: know your consequences and stick with 3 also. For instance: 1st offence = time out; 2nd offence = time out with a call home; 3rd offence = documentation to the office and a behavior contract.
Finally, remember, consistency is what the best teachers employ all the time.
Good luck!
