Although it looks simple, this visual schedule has been invaluable to me in organizing the morning with the students. When I started my practicum the morning was a difficult transition time for a lot of students.
“where are you in our routine?” is a really gentle reminder. When I first put this up I saw students would walk up to it to check where they are. Now students know the plan. Students are way more independent this way- they know the expectations.
- Line up for the bell
- Walk up the stairs safely
- Put your backpack in the cloak room, take out your planner
- Put your face in the basket
- Put your planner in the basket
- Sit in your assigned seat
- Listen for the morning announcements
- Chime time, breathe mindfully
- Literacy Centres
A visual schedule will serve you well in any classroom you have as your own and at any grade level. It makes transitions so much easier and gives students who carry some anxiety a solid base to refer to.