Nollmeyer, Gustave – Page 7 – Classroom Management Toolbox

Contingency Contract

November 28, 2018 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

The contingency contract is an agreement between the student and teacher which states academic goals as well as behavioral goals for the student. Students are reinforced with rewards or praise when they have followed proper behaviors or are asked to revisit and review their contract when they are not representing appropriate behavior. Each person(s) involved in the contract will also sign their contract to show student involvement and understanding of their procedures.

2 on a crayon

November 28, 2018 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

2 on a crayon gives students a minute for a brain break. It breaks up the day, lets the kids have some fun, brings calm into the classroom, and most importantly helps students work together.

Direct Appeal Interference

November 28, 2018 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

If a student is being disruptive and misbehaving, this is an option to stop this behavior. You need to calmly and politely ask the student to stop the antisocial behavior they are performing. The key here is to be calm and polite.

Inside-Outside Circle

November 28, 2018 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

During this strategy, students form two different circles: half of the group stands in a circle facing outward while the other half forms a circle around them facing inward, rotating whenever the teacher cues. Students in either circle have quick, one on one exchanges with different students in a short amount of time, which is good for trading tips, examples and information.

Restitution Letter

November 28, 2018 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

Restitution letters are when students write an apology letter to another peer after their misbehavior negatively affected them. This tool is helpful in teaching students responsibility for their actions and fostering prosocial skills including kindness and asking for forgiveness.

Think Sheet

November 28, 2018 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

This tool is a sheet of paper with multiple questions on it about the misbehavior that occurred. Often students get disciplined and don’t know what they did wrong; this sheet allows them to reflect on what they did wrong and what they learned from their misbehavior.

Popsicle Sticks

November 28, 2018 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

Popsicle Sticks are in a cup and each one has the student’s name on it in the class, which help to easily form groups. This supports students because forming groups is one less thing a student has to worry about. All students end up with a partner or will end up in groups smoothly and easily.

“Get To Know Me” Bulletin Board

November 28, 2018 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

Each student will have a dedicated section of the room to themselves where they will post their work throughout the year. The first thing they’ll put on their bulletin board is a house they’ve decorated to make look like theirs. This is helpful because it will make each student feel like they have a sense of belonging in the classroom.

Happy Go Home Note

November 28, 2018 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

Recognition for good behavior is crucial to reinforcing the desired behavior, especially if a student often misbehaves. This tool is used on students that need that special attention when they’ve done something good. This will begin to motivate them internally and externally to behave better.

Humor Interference

November 28, 2018 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

When used carefully, humor can extinguish negative behaviors and help maintain an enjoyable classroom environment. The teacher must be able to make a joke in the moment that defuses the tension and depersonalizes the situation.