This episode digs into what effective teachers and special educators do in the first 10 days to build classroom management, routines, and relationships that last all year. Coaching coordinator Ann Potter and Heather talk about intentionally building relationships, demonstrating consistency in interactions, establishing the expectation to learn, and what not to worry about yet.
You'll hear practical, low-prep ways to make these early days predictable for everyone in your room, including yourself.
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