Larry Carey sits down with Darrin to share his insights into the power of PBIS, development of a strong Tier 1 in the classroom, and his book Alliteration Boosts Communication: The ABC’s of Vocabulary. That, plus your #PepTalk on this week’s show. MORE EPISODES
Episode 95: Define YOUniversity with Lindsay Titus
Lindsay Titus sits down with Darrin to talk about behavior management and student leadership. Lindsay focuses on the teacher as the first leader in the classroom and sees behavior challenges from the lens of the teacher. Lindsay talks about us finding ways to play to our strengths and even does a little coaching with Darrin, pushing him to think deeply … Read More
Sailing Your Own Ship
TL;DR: Shutting down a student’s behaviour in the moment can be effective short term but damaging in the long run. Knowing my students and what they need to be their best selves is part of my mission. Addressing students’ behaviors privately and maintaining a trusting safe environment are essential in my classroom. Sailing My Own Ship: Am I doing it … Read More
Creating Norms with My Students Changed My Classroom
TL;DR: Students really do want ownership in how their classroom runs. When they understand the why behind expectations, they can value those even when they don’t agree with them. Mutual trust is a necessary component before students can reliably set and follow their own norms. Creating Norms with My Students Changed My Classroom For 16 years, most of the students … Read More
The Time is NOW to Reframe ‘Misbehavior’
TL;DR: Reframe misbehavior by understanding behaviors may actually be attempts to adapt to stressful situations. We should identify and reduce stressors instead of waiting for them to occur and reacting to them. Gain trust by first demonstrating that YOU are trustworthy. Companioning others through stressful times helps us grow trust, strengthen relationships, and better serve families and communities. Educators devote … Read More
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