If you've read my One Word for 2023 post, you know that this year I decided that I will also have a word for each month. (if you haven't read that post yet - go ahead and do it now. I'll be right here when you're done) My word for May is FOCUS. You might recall from my May post that I had been feeling a little overwhelmed, scatter-brained, and out of sorts recently. I had a lot of trouble staying on task and accomplishing goals. It has been a real challenge for me. Which is exactly why FOCUS made so much sense as my next Word of the month! In April, (and even before that, if I am being honest) I struggled to find my focus. There have been so many different things calling out for my time and attention. As I spent time in the Quiet, I realized that much of the time I should be able to choose what is important to me and where I want to focus my time, attention, and efforts. I need to narrow things down. I can't truly give my best to anything if my focus is constantly being divided between dozens of activities, projects, or goals. What is most important? Or, at the very least, what is most important at this given moment? Stay focused on that until it is complete, or until it's time has past. I am choosing to focus on myself and my health - physical, emotional, and spiritual. Focus on my marriage. Focus on my "children" - they may be grown, but that doesn't mean they don't occasionally still need my attention, help, or support. Focus on my grandchildren. Focus on things that bring me joy. Focus on things that get me closer to who, what, and where I want to be. Focusing on what is most important isn't easy. It's not as if all the shiny things vying for my attention have just disappeared. There will always be distractions. But I am slowly beginning to learn how to focus and tune out some of them. Where do you focus your time, attention, and effort?
Creating a behavior management system in your classroom will be a snap with this set of clip chart, individual clip charts, communication calendars, and reward tags that focus on positive behaviors. By moving children up and down the chart you are reminding them that they CAN be in charge of their actions. Also included are congratulations certificates and notes to families that their child needs to work on making better choices. This clip chart is a great addition to a growth mindset focused classroom. PRINTING DIRECTIONS ARE ON INCLUDED. Please follow them step-by-step. Thank you! UPDATED AUGUST 2023 – Be sure to download the most current file for the calendars for the next FOUR school years! 2023 – 2024, 2024 - 2025, 2025 - 2026, AND 2026-2027. Included are ALL calendars from August 2023 - December 2027 in TWO versions! Included are: - Classroom clip chart in two sizes (SMALL 4 ½ X 10 in. and LARGE 8 ½ X 11 in.) - Personal clip chart 2 versions (4 X 8 in.) - Student communication calendars to record their behaviors. Included is July 2018 – August 2020. Future calendars will be added at no additional charge. - Modified student communication calendars to match the system that you choose to set up for your class. Included is July 2018 – August 2020. Future calendars will be added at no additional charge. - 4 pages of reward tags (approx. size 2 x 2 ½) I’m a role model, I make good choices, I’m kind and thoughtful, I do my best to learn - Introduction letter to parents in EDITABLE form so that you can make the letter specific to your class or school. Consider adding the consequences that students will have if you are using that version. - 3 congratulations awards - 2 parent letters for students who need to make better choices - Teacher directions & Tips to help you implement this clip chart system in your classroom If you have already purchased this product, please go to "My Purchases" and download the latest version for FREE! Are you heading back to the classroom? Take a peek at these Covid 19 Safety Posters! CLICK HERE FOR THE PRIMARY COLOR VERSION CLICK HERE FOR THE AUSTRALIAN VERSION Be sure to look at the detail previews above to see everything that’s included with this set. Want to know when new products are released or sales are taking places? Click on the green star at the top of the page and follow me! Don't forget to leave feedback! You’ll get TpT credits to save money on future purchases! Here are some great resources that will support your positive classroom community: CLASSROOM RULES BUNDLE GROWTH MINDSET POSTERS TEAM TALLIES POSITIVE BEHAVIOR BOOKMARKS POSITIVE QUOTE POSTERS Let’s Connect! INSTAGRAM @lovebelieveteach FACEBOOK Love Believe Teach with Jo-Ellen Foody PINTERST Love Believe Teach with Jo-Ellen Foody TWITTER @LoveBelieveTpT I LOVE seeing my products in your classroom. Please be sure to tag me! © 2018 Love Believe Teach with Jo-Ellen Foody. All Rights Reserved. ights Reserved.
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If you were to walk into my classroom, there is a very good chance that music will be playing. Whether that be as background noise or as a classroom management tool, I cannot go without music in my classroom! Click HERE for all of my school appropriate playlists! Our kids now are stimulated 24/7 by all of the technology at their fingertips. They are watching Netflix, while Snapchatting, while playing a video game all at the same time! They go from an overstimulated environment at home, to school where they are expected to be quiet the majority of their day…
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