The final lesson in the First Days of School series focuses on how to build a classroom community where all class members can feel safe, heard, and valued. The resource includes step-by-step directions for engaging pupils in developing such a contract.

Concepts

social-emotional learning, building community, school community, school culture and climate, back to school, accountability, social awareness, Social & Emotional Learning

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Instructional Ideas

• Post the class contract in a prominent place in the classroom

Classroom Considerations

• The final lesson in the 10-part First Days of School series
• A link to an overview of the entire series is provided in the Included Materials section

Pros

• An included 8-minute video shows the strategy being used in a classroom
• The resource provides directions for remote learning situations

Cons

• None