Guidelines for a more productive work dayBill Cawley – High School English Teacher

Before You Walk in the School Establish a routine in the morning Make sure you are well rested Get something in your stomach Feel confidant in your dress Enjoy the drive to work Music, talk radio, whatever you prefer

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Before the Bell Rings Walk past your mailbox

Do not check your email

Set up your classroom

Review your planned lessons

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Establish a Lesson Routine Have an opening activity One that the students recognize Designate specific times to check homework Less instruction, more facilitation Show passion for the content Breed competitions

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Email and Mail Designate specific times to check email The same goes for your mailbox Prioritize your email responses Respond to agitated parent tomorrow

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Lunch Do not talk about work / students Eat with people you like Enjoy your food, do not inhale Do not copy while your eat

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