Managing behavior: Addressing challenging student behavior

It is important for teachers to prioritize holding students accountable for their behavior and not tolerate disrespectful or disruptive actions. Teachers should not ignore student behavior to avoid conflict with parents. It is essential to have restorative conversations with students, where they take responsibility for their actions and are guided towards making better choices in the future. These conversations should be facilitated by skilled staff members and planned out carefully to ensure they are effective. It is crucial for teachers to maintain consistent expectations and boundaries while also showing understanding and care for the students' well-being.