Classroom Management Plan
PREVENTION OF BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS
The biggest classroom management tool teachers have available is the prevention of behaviors that can exacerbate to cause a problem. This means engaging students the minute they walk into the room, either with a "Do Now" activity or other bell work. In art, this could range from a quick sketchbook activity to an entrance slip, or setting up art materials if we are in the middle of a project. If students are engaged with developmentally appropriate and meaningful art activities both at the onset of class as well as during class, there will be little time or opportunity for disruptions.
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS:
1. Come in with a positive Attitude
2. Respect each other and our work space.
3. Try your best, no matter what.
These expectations were chosen because they were stated in a positive manner, and are short and to the point. Students can easily remember the acronym "ART". The clear language of classroom rules will be specifically taught to help the class run smoothly, and can prevent problem behaviors from exacerbating. These expectations are stated at the onset of the classroom interval (Quarterly/Semesterly) and are posted clearly for each class to see. If student behaviors become an issue, a quick referral to the rules can help students get back on task. Along with teaching the expectations directly, students will also be taught procedures and classroom routines to help the class run as smoothly as possible. Students should understand how they are expected to behave at all times in the art room. This applies to everything from walking into the art room, obtaining art materials, asking a question, using the restroom, socializing during class, cleaning up, and participating in emergency drills.
POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT:
Focusing on positive exemplar behaviors during class can help to create a classroom environment that is helpful, positive, and _____. Students can be rewarded for a number of reasons, for example organizing or cleaning above and beyond what is expected in class, or positively complimenting a friend's work, Focusing on these positive behaviors is much more effective in creating a positive learning environment.
CONSEQUENCES:
If students fail to abide by the classroom expectations and positive reinforcement is not working, a consequence may be necessary. Each student starts the class with a clean slate; however, if students' behavior is inappropriate during class, consequences outlined below will follow.
1. Warning - An appropriate verbal or nonverbal warning will be given to the student.
2. In-class time out - Students will be taken aside and spoken to about behavior and expectations in an appropriate manner.
3. Detention - During lunch or after school, students will be kept in to complete a behavioral self-assessment.
4. Office Referral - If the above mentioned steps do not eliminate disruptive or unsafe behavior, students will be sent to the office.
The biggest classroom management tool teachers have available is the prevention of behaviors that can exacerbate to cause a problem. This means engaging students the minute they walk into the room, either with a "Do Now" activity or other bell work. In art, this could range from a quick sketchbook activity to an entrance slip, or setting up art materials if we are in the middle of a project. If students are engaged with developmentally appropriate and meaningful art activities both at the onset of class as well as during class, there will be little time or opportunity for disruptions.
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS:
1. Come in with a positive Attitude
2. Respect each other and our work space.
3. Try your best, no matter what.
These expectations were chosen because they were stated in a positive manner, and are short and to the point. Students can easily remember the acronym "ART". The clear language of classroom rules will be specifically taught to help the class run smoothly, and can prevent problem behaviors from exacerbating. These expectations are stated at the onset of the classroom interval (Quarterly/Semesterly) and are posted clearly for each class to see. If student behaviors become an issue, a quick referral to the rules can help students get back on task. Along with teaching the expectations directly, students will also be taught procedures and classroom routines to help the class run as smoothly as possible. Students should understand how they are expected to behave at all times in the art room. This applies to everything from walking into the art room, obtaining art materials, asking a question, using the restroom, socializing during class, cleaning up, and participating in emergency drills.
POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT:
Focusing on positive exemplar behaviors during class can help to create a classroom environment that is helpful, positive, and _____. Students can be rewarded for a number of reasons, for example organizing or cleaning above and beyond what is expected in class, or positively complimenting a friend's work, Focusing on these positive behaviors is much more effective in creating a positive learning environment.
CONSEQUENCES:
If students fail to abide by the classroom expectations and positive reinforcement is not working, a consequence may be necessary. Each student starts the class with a clean slate; however, if students' behavior is inappropriate during class, consequences outlined below will follow.
1. Warning - An appropriate verbal or nonverbal warning will be given to the student.
2. In-class time out - Students will be taken aside and spoken to about behavior and expectations in an appropriate manner.
3. Detention - During lunch or after school, students will be kept in to complete a behavioral self-assessment.
4. Office Referral - If the above mentioned steps do not eliminate disruptive or unsafe behavior, students will be sent to the office.