Launching the School Year with Strong Systems and Routines

At Success Academy, we believe that big goals and magical classrooms are achieved through clear rules and routines. The start of the school year is the perfect opportunity to set up systems for students that will help them gain increased independence throughout the school year. When teachers believe kids can achieve, then communicate and uphold clear expectations for how to get there, there’s no limit to what kids can accomplish. Keep reading to learn more about how Success Academy sets its students up for success from the first day of school. 

“Smart classroom management is creating a classroom your students love being part of combined with an unwavering commitment to accountability.” —Michael Linsin, The Classroom Management Secret

The more time kids spend practicing routines and redoing them if they aren’t right, the faster they can gain independence in the classroom. Teachers are important coaches during this practice time, constantly giving students feedback to help them improve.

We highly recommend giving the gray box tool when vision-setting and planning at the start of the year!

Check out these videos of Success Academy teachers introducing, practicing, and giving feedback on classroom routines:

Michael Linsin’s The Classroom Management Secret has inspired our approach to creating routines that make managing your classroom simple and efficient. We hope these tips and tricks help you start the year on a positive note. Let us know if you give the gray box a try and how you implement routine practice and redo into your beginning of year plans!