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Empowering End-of-the-Year Success With One Simple Strategy 👀
The End Is In Sight...Right? 👀Hey Reader, I know this time of year can be a whirlwind – packing up projects, prepping for next year, and helping your students navigate all those end-of-year feels. But what if there was a way to improve student behavior and self-management, not just now, but throughout the year? Enter the mighty behavior reflection! ✨ It's a simple yet powerful tool that can help your students understand their actions, develop self-control, and build strong social-emotional skills – perfect for those tricky end-of-year moments. Curious to learn more? I've got 5 behavior reflection hacks waiting for you in my latest blog post: 5 Ways Behavior Reflection Will Improve Your Classroom Culture! Click the link below to dive in and discover how reflection can transform your classroom!
Have a great week! xo Laura Your inclusive ed coach |
Laura │ Inclusion & Behavior Specialist
I'm an inclusive kindergarten teacher with an M.Ed. in special education and behavior. I help you improve student behavior and belonging with inclusion, behavior & SEL tips. Subscribe now ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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