Mentor Teachers’ Starting Procedures What the experts advise to begin your school year!

Students Stand at the door to greet them Discuss supplies - expectations Write objectives on the board. Student-generated class rules Set the stage with: Attire, voice, firm tone Lab Day proceduresWarm-up activity posted on the board Post the class rules Activity to keep them busy Trash and pencil sharpening Homework posted on the board Check their schedulesRestroom Procedure After the bell, explain proper entry procedure, then have them go out and come back in properly Post grades (by birth date, ID number, etc). It is their responsibility to check to see if you have their work. Establish classroom flow – do we walk between desks, around the outside edge, behind the teacher’s desk? Keep the rules positive: Tell them what they SHOULD do, stay away from the DON’TS. Get to know me sheetWho opens the door? Ask, “Are there any problems that would prevent you from doing homework?” MIN system for the board: Each day, establish and write on the board: M: Materials needed I: In or out of your seats N: Noise level 3B’s: Be respectful. Be prepared. Be focused. 1 st Day Procedures Procedures for all YearRules

Teacher - Pick Your Battles! Take care of yourself and your family: Give yourself plenty of time to: Wake up, eat breakfast, and travel Find a buddy for: Back-up Brainstorming solutions “Share” and compare issues Roughly plan the 6 weeks to have the end in mind before you begin Warm-ups: Science Hook Ice Breaker Get a lot of sleepGet to know: Secretary Custodians Workroom lady Make all copies for the first week Plan short “grabbers” for each day of the week Time management – have a back-up plan Have options for early finishers Powers of 10 video to preview the scope of the year Have plans for substitutes ready OVER plan – sponge activities Your NeedsBuddiesPlanning

Teacher Organization Teacher’s DeskSystem to remember names First Aid Station Classroom – where does your desk go? “Me” board to introduce yourself Room set-up - welcoming Procedures postedBulletin boards ready Contact parents – Set up group Schedule postedClassroom libraryE-portal Pre-selected seating chart Sticky note chartOn overhead – desks numbered Name tents Plan in place for textbook accountability Organization system for answers Extra materials (paper, pencils, etc.) Sign outLollipop idea to stock Supply station – found pencils