Prompt Students

I've been working on teaching my 7th grade students promptness. Since we got back from Christmas I have had to give out two detentions (which is not my favorite). However, it seems to be working. Either that or my students are really excited for class, as today was an example of.

I was in the classroom playing CD music 15 minutes before school even started. The usual early students were in the room helping me with the set-up and preparations. Then more of the non-usual students came and started working on homework. More of my students came in and started singing the songs along with my CD. Practically 5 minutes before class everyone was in their seats ready to learn! It was wonderful, I just had to smile.

Nate and I had to laugh together later in the day when he (Mr. Becker) was setting up for band class. Again, an unusual early bunch of eager students came to class early and said, "Can we come in?" Of course! They got their instruments and books out, and started warming up much before class. Then one natural leader started playing one of the band songs, some others joined in, and soon the whole room was filled with students playing band songs in unison before Mr. Becker even started class! Nate and I just laughed as we listened to them playing together as a band without direction. Certainly we have some prompt and eager learners! Praise the Lord!