Written by John Andrius | 
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Starting the School Year - A teacher's reflection
As far as discipline strategies go, I don't think you can go past the work of Bill Rogers (see William Rogers' Model of Discpline), books like 'You know the fair rule' etc. I can hardly remember my first year teaching, but I do remember some advice given to me by a very understanding Principal who could have given up on me:
He pointed out that if you want kids to work neatly you must model neat work when you write on the chalkboard or present material to them in any way; be planned-it's hard for experienced teachers to try to make it up as they go; ask your tutor teacher (or someone) for help when you get stuck, and don't be too proud about asking; don't drink to excess mid-week.
(Actually the last one I worked out for myself, but is valuable for someone with a pocket full of money for the first time ;-).
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