First Six Weeks of School
Classroom set-up
Reading area
Writing Center
Computer Center
Common meeting area
Desk arrangement
Create or update a substitute folder
Routines
Arrival/Dismissal
Morning Meetings
Bathroom/Hall/Water
Classroom jobs/helpers
Transitions
Homework procedures
Create rules
Schedules
Foster autonomy
Introduce students to the physical environment and materials of the classroom
Articulate goals
Collect games, activities, greetings, songs, read-alouds, and resources for the first weeks.
Classroom Culture
Get to know the School Community
Check school policies
Assessment
DIBELS
Running Records
DRA
Mathematics Benchmark Assessment
Build a community of learners
Introduce an engaging curriculum
Differentiate curriculum
Establish high expectations for learning and behavior
Parent-Teacher communication
Phone calls
Meetings
Parent-Teacher Communication Logs
Parents Survey
Emails
Build community among families. Help parents to get to know each other.