On Your Best Behavior

24/09/2024 17 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of Year One, titled On Your Best Behavior, we dive into the challenges Jenna faces as she navigates her first year as a third-grade teacher. With routines starting to solidify, Jenna encounters students eager to test boundaries, from hiding under umbrellas to outright defiance. As a host, I explore how Jenna manages these behavioral challenges while balancing discipline with understanding. We discuss the impact of the pandemic on student behavior and the crucial role of administrative support. Jenna's journey includes writing her first disciplinary referral and learning to ask for help without feeling defeated. Join us as we follow Jenna through the ups and downs of her teaching adventure.