Starting Out Right

This course is designed for teachers who are new to the teaching profession, especially those in their first or second year of teaching.  It will include a variety of strategies that when implemented early in the school year will assist you in creating a successful, effective classroom.  This course will provide ideas and strategies for:  setting up the classroom; making a positive impression; identifying rules, procedures, and routines; designing your first day and first week of the school year; communicating with aparents and staff; and other helpful hints that will make the first days and weeks of school successful for both you and your students.