As the school year winds down, it's essential to maintain a positive and productive learning environment in the classroom. End-of-year classroom management strategies not only help keep students engaged but also reinforce learning and foster a sense of community until the very last day of school.
In this blog post, we'll explore some fun and effective classroom management strategies to implement as the school year comes to a close.
CLASSROOM BINGO
Classroom Bingo is a fun way to keep focused on classroom expectations learned throughout the entire year while adding an element of excitement. Students can work as a whole class, table group or class period to be the first to get a bingo! A little competition can always kick things up a notch. Let students know what expectations you are focusing on as well as what prizes they can earn. Be on the lookout for positive student behavior and reward it with a bingo piece. Offer fun prizes for students who achieve Bingo, such as a movie day, popcorn party, or extra recess time.
Teacher Tip: laminate the boards and pieces and use little velcro dots to place them on the board!
BATTLE BOATS
Put a twist on the classic game with Battle Boats! Students can work as a group to try to “sink the boat.” This is a fun and different way to keep students engaged and making positive choices as the end of the school year draws near.
This game encourages teamwork by keeping students grouped as a whole while keeping students engaged throughout the last days of school. Keep Battle Boats displayed on your board for a constant visual reminder of their classroom behavior expectations!
Secret Student
Add an element of mystery and excitement to your classroom management routine with the Secret Student Freebie. Choose a “secret student” at the beginning of each day without revealing their identity to the class. Throughout the day, observe the secret student's behavior and participation in class activities. At the end of the day, reveal the secret student and reward them with a special freebie or privilege, such as choosing a classroom activity or sitting in a designated VIP seat. This strategy promotes positive behaviors and encourages students to stay engaged and focused.
Secret Student F R E E B I E
UNSCRAMBLE
Unscramble is a fun and challenging activity that reinforces positive student choices, especially at the end of the school year. Students work as a whole class, table groups, class periods or however best fits your class and try to earn a “piece” of the scrambled-up image. As students make positive choices, they are rewarded as a class with another piece of the unscramble until the full image is revealed. Offer rewards for successful unscrambling, such as stickers, pencils, or certificates of achievement.
PRIZES
Don't let the idea of having to purchase prizes stop you from trying out these classroom management strategies. Sometimes the best things are free!
- Special Privileges: sit on the teacher's chair, move your desk next to a friend, show and tell opportunity, choose a (school-appropriate) song at the end of the day, movie day, etc.
- Class Coupons: students may bring a stuffed animal, take their shoes off at their seat, have extra computer time, and extra recess.
- Stickers or stamps
End-of-year classroom management strategies such as Class Bingo, Battle Boats, Unscramble, and Secret Student Freebie can help keep students engaged, motivated, and focused during the final weeks of school. By incorporating these fun and effective strategies into your classroom routine, you can ensure a smooth and enjoyable end to the school year while reinforcing learning and building a sense of community among your students.
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