Back from Break, Back into Routines

January is always a little tough to for me and my students to get back into the groove of classroom life. It's always a good idea to review rules, routines and procedures.

In my school, one of the teachers taught the students KYHFOOTY to help students remember an important rule of safety and respect. It's an acronym that quickly reminds students to keep their hands (and anything else) to themselves.

It's easy to just say KYHFOOTY to a kid when they need a quick reminder. It allows for less interruption during the lesson to correct behavior.

With that being said, students have to know what it means in order for it to be effective. Coming back from winter break is a great time for them to learn and practice the acronym. My students seem to like it and I've even heard them say it to each other when someone is bothering them.

I hope your students get back into routines quickly!

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