Ron Clark Academy

Reflect on this

• You are the main character in your classroom (Story, Movie, Play)
• Are you exuding joy?
• Your students are your audience. How would they rate your class? How would you rate your class?
• Would you want to return to your class everyday? Would you buy a ticket?

Set your Stage to Engage

Start Small

• SMILE even when you are tired
• Use cheers, chants, and songs. There are already dozens created for you for free online.
• Make your space personal by printing photos of your students for display.

Do These things

• Use music everyday. Music makes learning memorable. Use online resources! Ask students to write songs for you.
• Encourage students to lift each other up.
• Expect students to track all speakers
• Use class time for instructional activities vs lecture. Incorporate movement every 10 minutes (CONTENT BASED, nothing separate).

Insert Magic into content

• change classroom physical environment (move furniture formation, add table cloths, blankets)
• Change lighting in the room
• "Be" what you are teaching and set your stage.
• Making memories WILL solidify your content.

Game Example

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