Know Behavior

04/02/2026

Today I had the privilege of collaborating with a dedicated group of educators who are deeply committed to both their students and their school community.

What continues to inspire me is how conversations about relationships and connectedness naturally expand beyond building positive school culture — they inevitably lead us to the principles of trauma-informed practice as well. The two are more interconnected than many realize.

Simple, intentional classroom strategies — such as consistent protocols, predictable schedules, and visual supports — play a powerful role in reducing student anxiety. When implemented with consistency, these practices become proactive tools for de-escalation and create the conditions where all students can feel safe and ready to learn.

03/12/2026

I love how small changes in the environment can boost student engagement, sense of community, and opportunities to practice skills needed for life!

After years of search and experimentation, this teacher finally hit on a room layout that allowed for efficient shifting between whole class, small group, and independent work.

02/17/2026

I can’t tell you how happy I am to learn that many members of your congregation are diligent in living out the Truth, exactly as commanded by the Father. But permit me a reminder, friends, and this is

02/13/2026

These are great tips!

Over time, every teacher makes small changes that have a big impact on how their classes run. A veteran teacher shares the hacks that work for him.

02/10/2026

Some great steps to help students get started!

If your upper elementary students understand the task but still struggle to begin, these ideas can help them take that first step with confidence.

08/29/2025

Exactly what I touched on in training today! Re-defining behavior!

By seeking to first understand behaviors, teachers can better support their students receiving special education services.

07/30/2025

Time to start thinking about your classroom. Building community is the first step to creating a positive learning environment.

Setting clear expectations is one of six building blocks for a successful classroom, write Tracy Fisher and Ashley Greenwald.

07/28/2025

Great way to start the year off!https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/first-week-lasting-impact-setting-behavioral-epgce/

07/20/2025

Great ideas to set students up for success!

Explicitly modeling the process of prioritizing tasks builds students’ ability to organize and manage their time.