This week’s challenge is all about warm welcomes. While it sounds simple, doing it with intention and consistency can completely transform the culture and community in your classroom.

IN THIS EPISODE, I DISCUSS:

• Why warm welcomes matter, and how greeting each student contributes to their emotional piggy bank, boosts buy-in, and improves behaviour.
• The power of routines, and why predictability helps students come to class more regulated and ready to learn.
• Breaking negative cycles, and how a consistent, personal greeting can help reach even the toughest students.
• Practical tips, including easy ways to make warm welcomes fun, personal, and consistent even on chaotic days.

QUICK WIN CHALLENGE:

This week, stand at the door and warmly welcome each student as they enter.

• Keep it simple by using a smile, eye contact, and their name.
• Add novelty by letting students choose their own greetings, such as a wave, fist bump, or handshake.
• Use visual prompts like a greetings poster on the wall, which can make the routine fun and help you stay consistent on busy days.

This is not about being fancy. It is about being intentional and consistent, showing each student that they are seen and valued as part of your classroom community.

Head here to grab my ready-made warm welcomes posters!

Have a question, comment, or just want to say hello? Drop us a text!

Resources and links:

• Take the "What's Your Teacher Type" Quiz
• Join The Behaviour Club
• My book! It’s Never Just About the Behaviour: A holistic approach to classroom behaviour management
• The Low-Level Behaviour Bootcamp
• Browse all resources on TPT
• Free guide: 'Chats that Create Change'

Connect with me:

• Follow on Instagram @the.unteachables
• Check out my website

Do you have a student who feels impossible to reach? You're not alone. As the summer holidays wind down, you might find yourself thinking about that student. They’re the one you’ve struggled with before, or the one whose reputation precedes them. It’s tough, and it’s okay to admit that. The good news is that you have the power to press the reset button and make this year better for them and for you.

In this episode, I’m sharing practical strategies to help you break the cycle of negativity and start fresh. Whether you’re reflecting on last year or preparing for what’s ahead, this episode focuses on shifting your mindset, building bridges, and creating a plan for success.

If you’re part of The Behaviour Club, be sure to check out this month’s training, Pressing Reset. It takes a deeper dive into this topic and provides a step-by-step plan to transform your approach.

IN THIS EPISODE, I DISCUSS:

• Reframing your mindset: How separating the child from their behaviours can shift your perspective and open the door to connection.
• The power of a reset chat: Why starting the year with an open and collaborative conversation can plant the seeds for change.
• Building trust through small actions: How investing in their emotional piggy bank and catching the positive can transform your relationship over time.
• Practical strategies you can implement today to prepare for a better year with that tough-to-teach student.

Behaviour change takes time, but every small step you take creates a ripple effect. Focus on what you can control, and you’ll be amazed at what’s possible!

Have a question, comment, or just want to say hello? Drop us a text!

Resources and links:

• Take the "What's Your Teacher Type" Quiz
• Join The Behaviour Club
• My book! It’s Never Just About the Behaviour: A holistic approach to classroom behaviour management
• The Low-Level Behaviour Bootcamp
• Browse all resources on TPT
• Free guide: 'Chats that Create Change'

Connect with me:

• Follow on Instagram @the.unteachables
• Check out my website

Are you heading back to school and wondering how to set expectations that your students will actually follow, all while building a positive classroom culture?

You’re not alone, my friend! This is the top question I’ve been asked by teachers! In today’s episode, I’m tackling how to balance expectation-setting and relationship-building right from the start of the school year. Spoiler alert: yes, you can smile before Easter and still set boundaries that your students respect.

Whether you’re feeling the back-to-school panic or you’re already knee-deep in planning, this episode is full of actionable tips to make the transition smooth, enjoyable, and effective.

IN THIS EPISODE, I DISCUSS:

• The real goal for your first day back: It’s not just rules and routines. It’s buy-in! Learn why this is the cornerstone of everything you want to achieve.
• Why “Don’t smile until Easter” is bad advice: Discover how strategic use of your non-verbal cues can build credibility and connection at the same time.
• Three non-negotiables for the first week: From learning names to icebreakers and collaborative expectation-setting, I share how to establish a classroom culture that’s safe, seen, and heard.
• How to make expectations a living, breathing framework: Move beyond “stick-it-on-the-wall” rules and create a year-long dialogue around shared values and consequences.

Take the Stress Out of Back-to-School Planning!

• Behaviour Club Members: Access my full library of icebreakers, expectations lessons, and more!
• Not a member yet? Grab my Back to School Bundle for instant access to everything you need to hit the ground running.

Let’s make 2025 the year classroom management feels more human and less like crowd control.

Have a question, comment, or just want to say hello? Drop us a text!

Resources and links:

• Take the "What's Your Teacher Type" Quiz
• Join The Behaviour Club
• My book! It’s Never Just About the Behaviour: A holistic approach to classroom behaviour management
• The Low-Level Behaviour Bootcamp
• Browse all resources on TPT
• Free guide: 'Chats that Create Change'

Connect with me:

• Follow on Instagram @the.unteachables
• Check out my website