Lesson Plan
Classroom Code Lesson Plan
Students will identify and define respectful behaviors and collaboratively craft a concise classroom code of conduct centered on respect.
Co-creating expectations builds ownership, fosters mutual respect, and promotes a positive classroom climate where all students feel valued and heard.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Brainstorm Expectations
10 minutes
Step 3
Create Classroom Code
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Share
5 minutes
Lesson Plan
Respect Rules Lesson Plan
Students will explore and define respectful behaviors, then collaborate to co-create a concise classroom code of conduct and contribute a slide to our class slide deck.
Establishing clear expectations and defining respect empowers students, builds community ownership, reduces conflicts, and ensures everyone feels safe, valued, and ready to learn.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
2 minutes
Step 2
Brainstorm Expectations
4 minutes
Step 3
Create Classroom Code Poster
4 minutes
Step 4
Create Slide Contribution
3 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Share
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Respect Rules!
Lesson Objectives
What is Respect?
Brainstorm Expectations
Create Classroom Code Poster
Add Your Slide!
Reflection & Commitment
Worksheet
