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3. Content of this presentation was adapted from How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school, Harry K. Wong and Rosemary K. Wong. Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc. ISBN: 0-9629360-2-2 Order online at www.firstdaysofschool.comwww.firstdaysofschool.com Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. 3

4. Partner with your students and their families to make education of utmost importance, and the chances of success are greater. Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (1998). How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school. (pp. 45-50). Mountain View, CA: Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc.

5. Celebrate the First Day  The first day of school should be a celebration.  It should be considered more important than Graduation Day; a day all students look forward to each year.  Effective schools celebrate the first day of school. Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (1998). How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school. (pp. 45-50). Mountain View, CA: Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc.

6. Celebrate the First Day  The first day of school celebration should include: everyone at school, parents, local businesses and members of the community.  Partnering with your community to show support for students gives students a greater chance for success. Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (1998). How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school. (pp. 45-50). Mountain View, CA: Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc.

7. Welcome Students to School  Most students have high expectations for school because their lives revolve around school. Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (1998). How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school. (pp. 45-50). Mountain View, CA: Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc.

8. Welcome Students to School  Some expectations may include:  Learn  Meet friends  Have fun  Study Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (1998). How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school. (pp. 45-50). Mountain View, CA: Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc.

9. Welcome Students to School  Help meet and exceed your students’ expectations.  Involve everyone at school and in the community in planning the first day of school welcome and celebration. Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (1998). How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school. (pp. 45-50). Mountain View, CA: Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc.

10. Welcome Students to School How to welcome students to school:  The school should host a celebration on the first day.  Welcome students at the bus stop.  Meet and welcome students at the front entrance.  Host a “pep rally” as students arrive and involve the school band. Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (1998). How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school. (pp. 45-50). Mountain View, CA: Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc.

11. Welcome Students to School How to welcome students to school:  Create a large welcome banner to hang outside.  Provide teachers and staff who can guide students to their classes.  Ensure your name, room number and subject (if applicable) are clearly displayed.  Welcome students via intercom in a positive, excited way. Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (1998). How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school. (pp. 45-50). Mountain View, CA: Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc.

12. Teach your students that school is a place for success. A place where they will be successful and become successful. Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (1998). How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school. (pp. 45-50). Mountain View, CA: Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc.

13. It is important that students know school is a place where they will:  Learn  Rely on friends and teachers for support  Take on more responsibilities Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (1998). How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school. (pp. 45-50). Mountain View, CA: Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc.

14. Set positive expectations on the first day. Let students know that they ALL can and will succeed. Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (1998). How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school. (pp. 45-50). Mountain View, CA: Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc.

15. Ensure students feel their school has a safe, caring, positive environment and is a place in which they will learn and grow. Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (1998). How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school. (pp. 45-50). Mountain View, CA: Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc.

16. Summary Help all students succeed by:  Organizing and/or participating in a first day of school celebration.  Establishing a plan to make students feel welcome and less nervous on the first day. Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (1998). How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school. (pp. 45-50). Mountain View, CA: Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc.

17. Summary Help all students succeed by:  Creating a safe, positive environment with high expectations in which students can succeed. Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (1998). How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school. (pp. 45-50). Mountain View, CA: Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc.

18. Content of this presentation was adapted from How to be an effective teacher: The first days of school, Harry K. Wong and Rosemary K. Wong. Harry K. Wong Publications, Inc. ISBN: 0-9629360-2-2 Order online at www.firstdaysofschool.comwww.firstdaysofschool.com Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2013. All rights reserved. 18