Creating a Caring Classroom Culture

led by: Stephanie McNaughton

This presentation focuses on activities you can facilitate with your students, or even colleagues, to build relationships and teamwork skills. The end goal is to have learners that are willing to listen and work together. Activities cover these topics: Communication, Compromise, Collaboration, Connection, and Contribution. The activities are easy and quick. You can choose a few or incorporate them all into your classroom or ensemble.

PRESENTER BIO:

Music Teacher, Westgate Elementary

Stephanie McNaughton graduated from FSU with a degree in Music Education and an emphasis in instrumental music. She currently works at Westgate Elementary in Pinellas County, Florida where she teaches General Music, Chorus, Orff, and Recorder.

During her time with Pinellas county she has served on the board for the Pinellas County Music Educators Association, chaired All County events, presented at conferences and symposiums, developed assessments, taught band for the city of St. Petersburg, mentored other educators, and earned her National Board certification.