Much Better this year

I would have to say that this year has been much better with regard to classroom management. Keeping the students busy by teaching bell to bell has definitely kept the kids focused. In addition, I never thought about posting my class procedures before the NTI, but It makes a huge difference in student behavioral expectations. I have also expanded on some of the take 5 activities to inject some interest in my students learning. The FAt City video has helped me slow my pace for some of my learning disabled children and they are even performing better. I'm having more fun this year and my kids are much more receptive. Furthermore, posting and stating the objectives gives the students the goal for each lesson. A huge difference this year.