Lesson Plan

Classroom Expectations

Students will identify and practice three key classroom expectations—Respect, Responsibility, and Readiness—to foster a positive learning environment.

Establishing clear classroom expectations helps students feel safe, respected, and ready to learn, reducing disruptions and building a strong community.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review and Setup

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

Step 2

Discuss Expectations

5 minutes

Step 3

Wrap-Up

3 minutes

Slide Deck

Expectations Expedition: Classroom

Respect

Responsibility

Readiness

Summary & Practice

Script

Lesson Plan

Hallway Expectations

Students will identify and practice three key hallway expectations—Walking Feet, Quiet Voice, and Hands to Self—to ensure safe and respectful transitions between classes.

Clear hallway expectations promote a calm, orderly school environment, reduce noise and congestion, and reinforce respect for others in shared spaces.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review and Setup

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

Step 2

Explore Expectations

4 minutes

Step 3

Practice Role-Play

3 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up

1 minute

Slide Deck

Expectations Expedition: Hallway

Walking Feet

Quiet Voice

Hands to Self

Practice Scenarios

Script

Lesson Plan

Cafeteria Expectations

Students will identify and practice three key cafeteria expectations—Line Up Quietly, Use Table Manners, and Clean Up Your Space—to ensure a safe, respectful lunchtime routine.

Teaching clear cafeteria expectations helps students transition smoothly, reduces noise and spills, and fosters responsibility and respect in a busy shared space.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review and Setup

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

Step 2

Discuss Expectations

5 minutes

Step 3

Model & Practice

2 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up

1 minute

Slide Deck

Expectations Expedition: Cafeteria

Line Up Quietly

Use Table Manners

Clean Up Your Space

Practice Scenarios

Script

Lesson Plan

Playground Expectations

Students will identify and practice three key playground expectations—Play Safely, Include Others, and Care for Equipment—to create a fun, respectful recess environment.

Clear playground expectations help prevent accidents, encourage inclusive play, and promote responsibility for shared equipment, ensuring all students can enjoy recess safely and respectfully.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review and Setup

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

Step 2

Discuss Expectations

5 minutes

Step 3

Practice Demonstrations

2 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up

1 minute

Slide Deck

Expectations Expedition: Playground