Re: Middle School Math classroom mgt nightmare

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On 3/07/09, ps100 wrote:
> HELP: Classroom management: PROBLEMS;
> Almost 50 white male teaching in poverty area where I am
> being "run over" with children who have major problems
> without parents, living arrangements, violence and poverty.
>
> When I try to teach the kids yell, fight, and scream
> profanity. Too many problems to handle? When another
> teacher or "principal" comes in they immediately act
> good. I walked in two months ago and need major help to
> survive 3 months.
>
> I would appreciate your comments.
> Thank you for your time and consideration!
> p

-No comprehensive solutions but here's one idea, for what
it's worth. When the kids come in, have a quiz on the board-
yes, EVERY day, and grade it for the next day. If they're in
control for the beginning of the class it'll be easier on you
for the last part.
Also, I've read about a DC math teacher who takes a photo
with his cell phone of out of control students and emails it
to parents. Very effective for him.
Good luck.

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