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Teaching with Valor Podcast: A Veteran Teachers Perspective

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Welcome back to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today, we’re diving into a topic that’s always top of mind for high school teachers—classroom management. We know that managing a high school classroom is no easy task.
With students juggling academics, social dynamics, extracurricular activities, and their growing independence, it can feel like you’re constantly walking a tightrope between being authoritative and approachable. But here’s the thing: effective classroom management isn’t about control or strict discipline.
It’s about creating an environment where all students feel respected, engaged, and ready to learn. In today’s episode, we’ll explore strategies that can help you build a positive classroom culture, maintain order without stifling creativity, and foster meaningful connections with your students.
We’ll also wrap up with a special bonus segment answering a common parent question on how classroom management impacts their child’s education.
Show Notes
For more information on this topic check out the following resources below:

• Marzano, Robert J. - "Classroom Management That Works: Research-Based Strategies for Every Teacher": An essential guide for effective classroom management strategies.
• Edutopia – Classroom Management Tips: www.edutopia.org - Articles, videos, and strategies for managing high school classrooms.
• Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS): www.pbis.org - Resources on creating positive, proactive behavior management systems.
• American Psychological Association (APA) - Classroom Management Resources: www.apa.org - Strategies and insights on managing student behavior effectively.
• The National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP): www.nassp.org - Professional development resources for secondary school educators.

Stay tuned for more episodes, and remember, every student is unique, and every classroom can be a place where all students succeed. Keep teaching with valor!