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Welcome to the 'Managing Behavior' section of the Managing Middles, where we will delve into effective strategies and practices to create a positive learning environment by understanding, guiding, and redirecting student behavior.

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Core Expectation #1

Core Expectation #2

Core Expectation #3

Core Expectation #5

Core Expectation #4

How to get students to meet your expectations the first week of school

Assigning consequences after the first week of school

Establishing Expectations for Various Settings

Dealing with Student Conflict and Middle School Drama

Technology Violations

Engaging Early Finishers

Prepping for Visitors

As we kick off the 'Managing Flow' section of our Managing Middles, imagine yourself as a Jedi, using the force to deftly guide the flow of activities and transitions, creating a harmonious and productive learning environment.

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Using Agenda Slides

Using Bell Ringers

Creating a Calm Environment

Managing Student Questions

Tackling Random Movement-

Throwing Trash Away

Tackling Random Movement-

Sharpening Pencils

Dealing with Bathroom Passes

Dealing with Tardies

Welcome to the 'Managing Routine' chapter of Managing Middles, where we'll transform into routine wizards, conjuring up powerful, consistent practices that keep our classroom running smoothly and students engaged.

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How to Refocus Students

How to Focus Students using Technology

How to Exit the Classroom as a Class

How to Walk in the Hall

How to Plan for an Emergency Drill

How to Manage Lunch Time

Managing Movement in the Classroom

Managing Turn and Talk

 Welcome to the 'Managing Organization' part of Managing Middles, where we'll don our detective hats, unraveling the mystery of organizing resources and space to create a functional, efficient, and engaging classroom environment.

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Using Table Leaders as Assistants

Utilizing Seating Charts

Managing Communication

Managing Student Absences

Managing Missing or Late Work

Managing Papers Without a Name

Organizing Papers-

How Students Turn In Assignments

Organizing Papers-

How to Return Assignments

Using Supply Boxes

Side Note: Managing Announcements

How to Take Attendance

Using Timers

Managing Test Corrections

Managing Student Lockers