Middle School Classroom

The Middle School Classroom

Procedures

Talk one-at-a-time and when called on, do not interrupt

Expectation of following class rules once in class

Next class prep-time

Established emergency procedure with assigned tasks

Hall passes and sign-out sheet

Daily assignment 3-ring binder

Homework/make-up work turn in station

Time frame for getting into small groups

Model expected behavior

Clear, short list of basic class rules

Discipline

Avoid sarcasm

Be aware of student/classroom moods

Come to class prepared and set an example for your students

Start each day fresh

Maintain high expectations

Deal with issues in private

Be fair

Start strict and soften later

Keep an offense log for enforcing repeat offense policy

Established discipline policy

Setting Up

Good variety of resource and reading books

Inviting teachers desk

Modifiable seating chart

Display board for displaying work

Clutter-free accessible room

Extra textbooks

Large calendar with important dates

Bright colors draw attention

Mystery Board

Inspriational Decorations