Lesson Plan
Norms Creation
Students will collaboratively generate, discuss, and vote on classroom norms to establish shared expectations for respectful interactions and a positive school climate.
Co-creating norms gives students ownership of their learning environment, builds community, and fosters restorative practices that reduce conflict and increase engagement.
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Prep
Prepare Materials and Space
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Purpose
5 minutes
Step 2
Small-Group Brainstorm
15 minutes
Step 3
Gallery Walk and Clustering
15 minutes
Step 4
Value Voting
10 minutes
Step 5
Finalize Norm Statements
10 minutes
Step 6
Reflect, Commit, and Display
15 minutes

Slide Deck
Our Circle Code
What Is a Circle Code?
Why Co-Create Norms?
Session Objectives
Step 1: Brainstorm
Step 2: Gallery Walk & Clustering
Step 3: Value Voting
Step 4: Finalize & Commit
Let’s Begin Our Circle Code

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