Take #2: The IRIS Center The next resource we would like to share in this August Friday 5 series: Beyond our Blog, is the IRIS Center. The resources on this site are focused on improving outcomes for all children, especially those with disabilities. Some of our favorite things about the Iris Center are their Modules,… Read More Beyond our Blog: Our Favorite Resources from Across the Web
May Friday 5: Building Better Acknowledgement Systems
#5: Best Practices for Student Acknowledgement In creating an authentic, positive, and productive school environment, a comprehensive acknowledgement system is not just a nice-to-have, but a fundamental necessity. Imagine a system that not only recognizes individual student achievements, but one that also celebrates the collaborative successes of small groups and the collective spirit of the… Read More May Friday 5: Building Better Acknowledgement Systems
May Friday 5: Building Better Acknowledgement Systems
#4: Staff Celebrations and Acknowledgements It’s important that leaders be intentional when building a positive school climate where staff feel valued and are motivated to stay and to work hard. At the heart of a thriving school culture is the consistent recognition of the dedication, effort, and impact of every staff member—acknowledgement isn’t just appreciated,… Read More May Friday 5: Building Better Acknowledgement Systems
May Friday 5: Building Better Acknowledgement Systems
#3 Individual Student Celebrations and Acknowledgements Building positive, thriving school and classroom communities with a culture of growth happens when effort and achievement are recognized and celebrated at the school, classroom, and individual student levels. Recognizing individual students for their effort and achievements creates a sense of belonging and increases their individual intrinsic motivation and… Read More May Friday 5: Building Better Acknowledgement Systems
May Friday 5: Building Better Acknowledgement Systems
#2 Classroom Acknowledgements and Celebrations Just as school-wide celebration and acknowledgement activities are meant to build a positive school culture of belonging for all, classroom celebrations and acknowledgements are another opportunity to build and strengthen a sense of team by creating a classroom community where each individual is appreciated and valued as a part of… Read More May Friday 5: Building Better Acknowledgement Systems
Replacing the “Clip Chart”
For many years traffic lights have often been used as behavior “clip charts” in educational settings. Educational research now clearly identifies the damaging impact this practice can have on students. Read this one-pager for ideas on how to use a familiar classroom visual in ways that are supportive of student well-being and growth! A digital… Read More Replacing the “Clip Chart”
March Motivational Mondays
#5 Physical Environment A well-organized classroom can be a game-changer when looking to keep students engaged and minimize distractions. Take time to arrange seating to suit various activities and maintain focus whether using clusters for collaboration, dyads for partner sharing or rows for independent work, to name a few. Identify ways to get feedback from… Read More March Motivational Mondays
