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Responsive Classroom is a research-based approach to teaching that is used in classrooms across the nation. Schools that implement Responsive classroom methods experience increased engagement, fewer discipline problems, higher teaching quality, and a better school community. The core belief of Responsive Classroom is, “In order to be successful in and out of school, students need to learn a set of social and emotional competencies—cooperation, assertiveness, responsibility, empathy, and self-control—and a set of academic competencies—academic mindset, perseverance, learning strategies, and academic behaviors.” ("Principles & Practices" 2020) This core belief is addressed through the four key domains: engaging academics, positive community, effective management, and developmentally responsive teaching. In my teaching experience thus far, I have found that social-emotional skills and needs are just as important and academics. I have personally noticed that as the rigor and academic expectations have continuously increased over the past several years, the social-emotional competencies of our students have declined. This results in students that have difficulty getting along with peers, dealing with challenges, and solving day-to-day problems. Social-emotional learning and support are especially important for students of trauma. As an educator, I see more and more students dealing with trauma each year. A classroom environment that fully supports the social-emotional needs of students is essential for both academic success and overall well-being. I truly believe that the Responsive Classroom training will help me to create the most welcoming, supportive, and effective classroom environment for all of my students. Please consider donating toward my registration fee for the 4-day Responsive Classroom Elementary Core Course. “Principles & Practices.” Principles & Practices, Responsive Classroom, 2020.
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