Ever feel like managing multiple preps means constant chaos or nonstop discipline issues?I get it—as a former high school engineering teacher and middle school assistant principal, I’ve walked that road myself. In this episode, I’m sharing the real classroom management secret every first-time secondary teacher needs: it’s not about stricter rules, but about simple, repeatable routines that work across every prep. Whether you’re juggling electives, science credit classes, or a mixed-level group, I’ll break down practical tips for lesson flow, easy bell ringers, and how to set up systems that reduce your overwhelm and actually make teaching enjoyable. If you’re searching for secondary classroom management, multiple preps, teacher organization, or time-saving strategies, this one’s for you!Too many preps and not enough time? Let’s make your planning period actually work for you. Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Grab the Warm-Up Wizard--A free Ai Teaching Assistant that will create all your class warm-ups for the week in less than 5 minutes: https://khristenmassic.com/wizardShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

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