performance area d | learning environment

standard d1: mutual respect is evident through interactions between students and teacher
Benchmarks:
Models and promotes fairness, equity and respect

evidence: classroom rules shared at the start of the school year posted on my website

Establishes a classroom environment that empowers students to take intellectual risks

evidence: students are encouraged to speak their mind following RESPECT

standard d2: teacher and students demonstrate a positive disposition toward learning
Benchmark:
Models and encourages supportive and positive language

evidence: Show Respect and Courtesy posted on my website

standard d3: teacher demonstrates effective management
Benchmarks:
Maintains clear expectations and standards of behavior

evidence: expectations as outlined on my website

Empowers students to solve problems and resolve conflicts

evidence: Problem Solving poster used with my Student Council members

standard d4: teacher establishes an effective physical environment
Benchmarks:
Creates a learning environment that is safe, functional, and inviting; creates an environment that promotes student learning and active student engagement; adapts the physical space to accommodate individual and group learning needs

evidence: photos of my classroom and students working [ 1 ] [ 2 ] [ 3 ] [ 4 ]