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In today’s episode, Kristen Moore breaks down the essentials of creating a positive classroom culture. From setting clear expectations to co-creating norms and establishing a social contract, this episode is packed with tips to help you foster a supportive, respectful, and collaborative environment in your classroom.

🔑 Key Topics Covered:

• Setting and sharing your classroom non-negotiables.
• Co-creating class norms for increased student ownership.
• The power of a social contract in building a strong classroom community.
• Practical strategies for keeping norms alive all year.
• Resources to help you implement these ideas in your classroom.

📚 Resources Mentioned:

• Capturing Kids Hearts
• Class + Social Contract Activity + Posters
• Whole Class Behavior Management Bundle

💬 Join the Conversation: What are your go-to strategies for building a positive classroom culture? Share your thoughts in the comments below or join our Facebook group, The Modern Math Teachers.

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Connect with Kristen:

• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

Kristen 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!

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In this episode, we continue our back-to-school series with a focus on effective classroom management strategies. We’ll explore how to set up clear classroom rules, routines, and procedures to ensure a productive and positive learning environment. Drawing insights from renowned educators Harry Wong and Angela Watson, we delve into must-have routines that will help you start your school year on the right foot.

Today's Topics:

• Classroom Management Overview:
  • Importance of clear classroom rules, routines, and procedures
  • Insights from Harry Wong and Angela Watson
• Must-Have Routines:
  • Beginning + Ending Class Routines:
    • Greeting students and entry routine
    • Visual flow and daily agenda
    • Exit routines
    • Middle of Class Routines: Routines for Group Work and a Thinking Classroom:
      • Group work expectations
      • Problem-solving routines
      • VNPS routines
  • Handling Technology Responsibly:
    • Phone pockets vs. out-of-sight approach
    • Technology trades and phone charging bank

Related Resources:

• Harry Wong’s The First Days of School
• Angela Watson’s 40 Hour Teacher Workweek
• EdTomorrow’s First 5
• Peter Liljedahl’s Building Thinking Classrooms

With the Project Based Algebra Membership, you get full access to all the best real-world resources carefully crafted to align with the interests of today's teenagers. We're talking activities and projects that REAL and RELEVANT. Standards aligned resources that are RIGOROUS and engaging.

Join today to lock in Founding Pricing for LIFE! 🎉

Connect with Kristen:

• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

Kristen 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!

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In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the essential strategies you need to set your students up for success during the first week of school. From setting clear expectations and practicing routines to easing into math content with low-floor tasks, we’ve got you covered.

I’ll share actionable tips for how to make the most of those crucial first days, including what I’m doing in my classroom to build a positive, math-focused environment. Whether you’re looking for new ideas or just want to refine your approach, this episode is packed with insights to help you start the school year strong.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• How to set clear expectations without overwhelming your students.
• Engaging ways to practice classroom routines while building connections.
• The importance of starting math content with low-floor tasks that set a positive tone.
• A peek into my own first-week plans to inspire your classroom strategy.

Resources:

• Ostrich Llama Problem

👉 Join the Conversation: Share your favorite first-week activities and ideas in the comments, or connect with us in The Modern Math Teachers Facebook group!

🎧 Listen to more episodes: Stay tuned for more back-to-school tips and strategies all throughout August!

With the Project Based Algebra Membership, you get full access to all the best real-world resources carefully crafted to align with the interests of today's teenagers. We're talking activities and projects that REAL and RELEVANT. Standards aligned resources that are RIGOROUS and engaging.

Join today to lock in Founding Pricing for LIFE! 🎉

Connect with Kristen:

• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

Kristen 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!