Back to School After Break: 7 Simple Ways to Reset the Classroom

S10 E157

Dr. Chris Dennis reviews seven practical tips from Responsive Classroom to help students transition back after winter break: plan something to look forward to, set personal and academic goals, provide socialization time, ease into academics, review routines and expectations, extend patience and empathy, and revisit favorite activities.

The episode highlights being mindful of students who may be restarting medication or who experienced difficult breaks, suggests thoughtful ways to prompt sharing without focusing on material experiences, and offers classroom strategies like recalibrating expectations and creating space for all voices.