Name: Connect Before You Correct: Building Relationships for Better Behavior
Start: 2025-08-13T12:45:00-0400
End: 2025-08-13T13:45:00-0400

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Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT

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In this interactive professional learning session, educators will explore how building authentic, respectful relationships with students can serve as the cornerstone of effective classroom management. Through real-life examples, research-based strategies, and reflective activities, participants will learn how to “connect before they correct” by prioritizing emotional safety, trust, and consistency. Walk away with practical tools to foster a positive classroom climate that reduces disruptions, increases engagement, and promotes mutual respect.

Speakers

Shonda Dawson

Teacher, Youth Development Lead, NNPS

I have been teaching since 2007. This current school year I have been selected as the Teacher of the Year representing Booker T. Washington Middle School. I have a passion to literally make history come alive and be relevant to students. Perspective is so important in understanding... Read More →

Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
A212

Middle School Staff, Career & Technical Education, English/Literacy, ESL, Gifted, Health/Physical Education, Library/Media Services, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM, Visual Arts/Performing Arts, World Languages | High School Staff, Career & Technical Education, English/Literacy, ESL, Gifted, Health/Physical Education, Library/Media Services, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM, Visual Arts/Performing Arts, World Languages

Instructional Planning Planning and Student Engagement
Learning Environment Engaging Teaching Strategies
Assessment Student Feedback and Goals Setting
Learning Environment Proactive Management Techniques, Managing Challenging Behaviors

iNNovate 2025 NNPS

Shonda Dawson

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