Ep 08: Classroom Routines to Teach the First Week of School

Let’s chat—send me a text!In this episode, we're diving into the world of classroom routines – not just for elementary classrooms, but for high school as well. Routines provide the backbone of a well-functioning classroom, offering clarity, consistency, and comfort. Join us as we explore insights from two education giants, Harry Wong and Angela Watson, and learn how to establish effective routines that make your high school math classroom run like a well-oiled machine.Inside we cover.... The Top 3 Routines for the First Week of SchoolBeginning Class RoutinesGreeting students at the door to assess energy levelsClarifying material expectations and daily goalsDirecting students to their seats and reviewing the day's planUtilizing warm-up activities for engagement Establishing a visual flow using slidesRoutines for Responsible Tech UsageTeaching responsible phone usage instead of outright bansImplementing routines for phone pocket usage or "out of sight, out of mind"Strike policy for inappropriate phone useSetting clear expectations and having a designated protocolRoutines for Taking Effective BreaksPromoting autonomy in deciding when breaks are neededSimple and straightforward "take a break" routineMonitoring potential abuse of breaks and adjusting expectationsIncorporating whole-class breaks for resettingResources MentionedHarry Wong The First Days of SchoolAngela Watson 40 Hour Teacher WorkweekRoutines and procedures benefit teachers and students alike, providing clarity, confidence, and comfort. They're the secret to a smoothly running high school math classroom. Don't forget to join the conversation in The Modern Math Teachers movement and share your own classroom routines.Reach out to us on Instagram or join The Modern Math Teachers movement to share your go-to classroom routines. Let's keep the conversation going! Until then, keep it real and keep those routines rockin'!This podcast is a member of the Teach Better Podcast Network. Better Today. Better Tomorrow. And the Podcasts to Help You Get There.Connect with Kristen:Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustxJoin the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers MovementMore About the Modern Math Teacher PodcastKristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers modern secondary math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and student engagement strategies in their classrooms.Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!*Amazon orders may provide a small affiliate payout at no extra cost to you. These payouts help keep the podcast free for all!