April Graves
Name
Turn Down for What: Amplifying Classroom Management (3-5 Gen)
Session Type
Workshop
Track
3rd-5th - General Experience
Description

Mic check, one two, one two! Are you ready to take your classroom management to the next level? Then, you don’t want to miss this interactive and engaging workshop with April Graves, designed to transform your approach to maintaining a positive and productive classroom environment where behavior issues are not on the playlist.

In this session, we'll explore how to balance authority with empathy, implement proactive strategies to prevent disruptions, and foster a classroom culture that’s built on strong systems and structures.

We'll dive into real-world scenarios, role-playing exercises, and evidence-based techniques to help you manage student behavior effectively while keeping your classroom dynamic and engaging.

Whether you’re a seasoned educator or new to the profession, this session will provide you with actionable insights and practical skills to enhance your classroom management and foster a thriving learning environment. Get ready to amplify your classroom presence and turn down the stress—your students (and your sanity) will thank you!

Session Research
Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (2009). The First Days of School: How to Be an Effective Teacher.

Hammond, Z. L. (2015). Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain.