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How to Start the Day with a Morning Routine
A conversation with Nikki Robertson
Today, we are diving into a critical topic that often goes unspoken: setting the stage for a successful school day right from the start. Mornings can be particularly challenging for many students, especially those who arrive at school unregulated due to various external factors such as tough mornings at home, stressful commutes, or sibling conflicts.
"He had no verbal speech and it was during a morning meeting 6 months later that he spoke his first words."
As educators, it is our duty to create positive learning environments that help students transition smoothly into a day of learning and growth. I am thrilled to welcome Nikki Robertson from Teaching Autism to share her expertise on this topic.
- Importance of the Start of the School Day
- Arrival Routine Components
- Significance of Breakfast
- Morning Meetings
- Building Relationships and Trust
- Overcoming Challenges
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Nikki shares invaluable insights into creating a nurturing and supportive morning routine for neurodiverse students. By focusing on the importance of the start of the day, Nikki emphasizes how a well-structured arrival routine, a nutritious breakfast, and engaging morning meetings can significantly impact students' readiness to learn.
In fact, she had a student who wasn't able to sit and focus during morning meeting but with consistency and patience, 6 months later during a morning meeting, he spoke his first words!
NikkiĀ highlights the need for personalized interactions and the role of staff in building trusting relationships with students. SheĀ also offers practical advice for overcoming common challenges teachers face when implementing morning routines, underscoring the importance of flexibility and individualized support. Her expertise and passion for special education provide listeners with actionable strategies to enhance their classroom environments and ensure a positive start to each school day.
Resources:
Morning Work BundleĀ includes my favorite morning work activities that I use as part of our morning work routine.Ā
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