So it is about 1:00 a.m. here in good ol' blazing hot Kansas and I'm typing away because my mind is racing. I just got home from a wonderful night with some teacher friends where one of the main topics is teaching. :) It's a sick addiction that none of us can seem to kick! It's almost impossible not to talk about it. Here is my dilemma and I would really appreciate any opinions you may have:
I want to start my year differently this year- with more black/white consequences/rules etc. I use the "I Care" rules in my classroom (goes along with our counselor curriculum).
I was brainstorming ideas with my friends about what is Kindergarten appropriate- the easiest way to manage it- parent communication- etc. I'm thinking something along the lines of the card system (red yellow green) but something more K friendly- possibly with owls? :)
Also thinking that first semester I would fill in a sheet that goes home each night (for example, color in a happy, middle or sad face...or color in the color they finished on and write a note if needed)- and then second semester the kids will fill it in and I'll check it.
Now I just need a plan!
What's your opinion or experience with Kindergarten management? What do you think the best way is to ease them into school in a loving and chances-giving way while still holding them to predictable standards? What's worked for you?
