We  teach using the Responsive Classroom philosophy and approach. We have a morning meeting, songs, games, morning messages, greetings, sharing, closing circle and guided discoveries on all our classroom materials. I believe that this is a proactive approach to discipline and a solid way to build community.  It's also FUN!

Responsive Classroom Approach

• The social curriculum is an important as the academic curriculum
• How children learn is as important as what children learn
• The greatest cognitive growth occurs through social interaction
• Children need a set of social skills in order to be successful academically and socially
• Knowing the children we teach is as important as knowing the content we teach
• Knowing the families of the students is as important as knowing the students