Real-world routines and procedures in classroom management

Getting your routines and procedures in classroom settings sorted out is basically the only thing standing between you and total chaos on a Monday morning. If you've ever stood in front of thirty kids while three are sharpening pencils, two are asking to go to the bathroom, and another one is wandering around looking for a glue stick, you know exactly what I'm talking about. It's not just about being "strict" or having a perfectly organized Pinterest classroom; it's about survival and, more importantly, making sure some actual learning happens. ...

May 18, 2026 · 7 min · Lovell Ofetsth