Welcome, 2021!

 

A quick welcome back to school!  I hope your break was the perfect balance of fun with family and friends, rest, and relaxation - WELL DESERVED!

This year, more than ever, is a great time for a fresh start....

January - a Fresh Start 

January is a time for setting resolutions and readdressing goals. It's also a good time for a fresh start. Even when things are going well, January is a good time to refresh everyone's memory of how their classrooms work. January provides an opportunity to make changes without upsetting the delicate balance of the classroom routine, making improvements to classroom management and teaching styles without causing student distress. Below are a few tips to help you take advantage of this "fresh start."

Treat the first day/week back after vacation like the first day/week of the school year. 

Take some time to go back over your expectations for student behavior and procedures. Your students are in a frame of mind that lends itself to change. Re-train students about your classroom procedures. If students do not follow the expectations, it’s important to refresh students’ memories by insisting that they meet your expectations or follow the procedure correctly.

Take a fresh look at your attitude toward your students during the previous semester. Continue that positive and uplifting attitude. Although you might have challenging students, remember that your attitude determines the overall attitude of your class. When you face your students with a positive attitude, they will ultimately reflect that positive attitude back to you.

Take advantage of this one time in the middle of the school year when you can make large-scale changes, achieve positive benefits, and get a fresh start!  Have a great week back!!

 

from Education World, 2021