The First-Day Activity That Tells Me Everything I Need to Know About My Students
classroom management Jessica Yaklin classroom management Jessica Yaklin

The First-Day Activity That Tells Me Everything I Need to Know About My Students

Start the school year with a simple first-day activity that helps middle school teachers learn about their students, build classroom community, and establish expectations. This Notice, Wonder, Assume activity uses sticky notes to encourage student voice, conversation, and connection while giving teachers valuable insight into their new math classroom.

Read More
My Favorite Classroom Management System
classroom management Jessica Yaklin classroom management Jessica Yaklin

My Favorite Classroom Management System

Looking for an effective classroom management system that keeps students engaged and reduces interruptions? This simple, student-managed classroom routine helps organize help requests, support independent work, encourage student independence, and create a calmer middle school classroom. Discover how the Leave Your Duck system can improve classroom organization, random calling, student engagement, and everyday classroom management routines.

Read More