313. You Don't Need to Teach 100 Procedures. Start with These

313. You Don't Need to Teach 100 Procedures. Start with These

July 13, 2026 · 11 min

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In this episode, Tami discusses essential classroom procedures for new teachers to prioritize at the start of the school year.

Part 2: New Teacher Blueprint Series The beginning of the school year comes with a long list of classroom procedures to teach... but here's the good news: you don't have to teach all of them at once. In this episode of The New Teacher Blueprint series, Tami is breaking down the classroom procedures that matter most during the first days of school. Instead of trying to tackle an overwhelming checklist, you'll learn how to prioritize the routines students need right away so you can create a calm, organized, and successful classroom environment. We'll discuss: ✔ Why you don't need to teach every procedure during the first week of school ✔ The first classroom routines to teach when students arrive ✔ How to make transitions smoother throughout the day ✔ Important expectations for restroom breaks, hallway behavior, and lunch ✔ What students should do when they finish their work Whether you're a new teacher setting up your classroom for the first time or a veteran teacher looking to refresh your routines, this episode will help you focus on the procedures that have the biggest impact. Tune in next week as we share how to teach procedures so they actually stick all year long.

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