I second Alison’s recommendation. As someone who didn’t come naturally to
classroom management, I found Responsive Classroom to be a game changer. I use
a chime when they a class first comes in to the library and to signal when I
need the room to be quiet. I will have them practice until they get it. I also
start the year with expectations, and I model the behaviors or actions that I
want to see throughout the year. It works almost all the time! RC also gives
suggestions for how to handle situations that fall outside the “norm.” It’s
such a positive and proactive approach to teaching. I love it! Jenny
On Aug 23, 2017, at 3:12 PM, Alison Anson (Redacted sender "aanson" for
DMARC) <dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
I just attended most of a Responsive Classroom course and learned
about positive and concise expectations that you set up with the students
during their first 4 visits and then reinforce the rest of the year.
Example: When you enter the library, please come in quietly and ready to
listen at today's meeting.
You can then structure the beginning time as a chance to check-in with
everyone and make a list of agreements with the students during something
that can be called a meeting.
I highly recommend that you check out the Center for Responsive Schools.
-Alison
Alison Anson
Librarian - The Stevens Library
Sacred Heart Schools
150 Valparaiso Avenue
Atherton, CA 94027
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On Wed, Aug 23, 2017 at 2:53 PM, Judy Cha <jccha34@xxxxxxxxx
<mailto:jccha34@xxxxxxxxx>> wrote:
Hi everyone,
Does anyone have tips for classroom management strategies for K-6th grades
during library time if certain students constantly talk nonstop? How do you
get them to develop love and respect for the library, and to become more
considerate?
Thanks,
Judy
