First+Days+of+School


 * Things to Think About Prior to the Start of the School Year:**
 * Classroom set up (desks, room, etc.)
 * What supplies do I have? What supplies do I need?
 * Outline of lessons for class, first few lesson plans
 * What books you're teaching
 * What is the school policy on assessment?
 * What technology is available? How easy is it to get access to the technology?
 * What classes you're teaching
 * Dress code
 * Seating Assignments
 * Printer, xerox machine, paper
 * Students who will be in classes (from other teachers)
 * Who are the other teachers in my subject area? Am I part of a PLT?
 * Will I be working with any teachers outside of my subject area?
 * Protocol for discipline / behavior issues


 * Things to Do or Consider the First Week of School:**
 * Parent letter
 * Assignment - tells you about student, low-stakes
 * Revision -- be flexible
 * Making connection between student and teacher
 * Get to know something about their life, situation
 * Students' expectations of class, year
 * Rules and expectations
 * Student demographic - adjust depending on students
 * Meet staff


 * Things to Do or Consider the First Day of School:**
 * Come ready to teach! (get good sleep)
 * Classroom rules
 * Your personal introduction - how much do you want to share
 * Assessment - practice but low-stakes
 * Be prepared for unexpected surprises!