Learning your way around the school. Orient yourself. Make friends with the school secretaries. Rules and regulations. Building orientation. Safety concerns. School traditions. Lunch options. Meeting others. Take a breath
Organizing your room. Inventory resources. Flow and movement. Space design. Equipment checklist. Supplies checklist. Other considerations
Knowing your students. Collecting information. Special events. Students' cultures. Introductions
Dressing for success. First impressions. Spirit days. Images
Beginning and ending your class on the first day. First contact. Movement. Setting the rules. Some sample rules. Class syllabus. Get to work. Closure. Time considerations. A cheat sheet
Managing paperwork. Attendance. Grades. Paperwork considerations. The mailbox. In the beginning. At the end
Avoiding boredom theirs and yours. Capturing and maintaining interest. Attitude and values
Eating lunch. Choices, choices. The consequences of the decision. Final advice
Connecting with students. Being visible and accessible. Listen, don't talk. Reach out to students. Some quick interventions. A review of things to remember when connecting with students. Connecting with difficult students
Communicating with parents. Calls home. Building parent relationships. Open house. Face to face contacts. Ongoing contact
Dealing with difficult students. Avoid direct confrontation. Implementing a discipline policy. Taking action. Processing the experience. Welcoming the student back. Respect
Getting involved in activities. Activity advisor. Class sponsor. Coaching athletics. Honoring school traditions. Other traditions
Networking with professionals. Support system. Consultations. Do your research. Team teaching
Utilizing a substitute. Of necessity. Providing information. Lesson plans
Taking care of yourself to minimize stress. Being evaluated. Things to expect. Other sources of stress. Take care of yourself
Planning for your future. Become who you wish your students to be. Travel. Continuing education. Professional organizations. Reflect on your future.Look for change.
