Social-Emotional Learning SEL morning meeting routine

Implement a 15-minute daily morning meeting in an elementary classroom. Structure (based on Responsive Classroom): 1. Greeting (3 mins): Students greet each other by name (e.g., handshake, wave, fun greeting). Builds community. 2. Sharing (4 mins): 2-3 students share something about their life. Others practice active listening and asking thoughtful questions. 3. Group Activity (5 mins): A quick, fun activity to build teamwork and communication (e.g., 'Count to 20 as a class', a short song). 4. Morning Message (3 mins): Teacher reads a daily message that sets a positive tone and outlines the day's learning. Establishes a safe, predictable start to the day and builds social skills.