Tuesday, January 20, 2026

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Take a Stand


Take a Stand



Take a Stand is a protocol where students physically stand to express their opinions on a statement, then justify their stance with evidence.









Wednesday, January 7, 2026

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Quiz Quiz Trade


Quiz Quiz Trade


This protocol is inclusive of all students and promotes collaboration and shared understanding as students either guess or share important words or concepts with their classmates in an interactive way.

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Chalk Talk


I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Chalk Talk



All students have an opportunity to share their thoughts in the Chalk Talk protocol, which allows them to have non-verbal "discussion."











Monday, December 8, 2025

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: First 5 Minutes/Last Five Minutes


I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: First Five Minutes/Last Five Minutes


The beginning and end of every instructional period are critical instructional opportunities.







Monday, December 1, 2025

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: GO-GO-MO


I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: GO-GO-MO



Give One, Get One, Move On

Watch as Jill Znaczko's eighth-graders at the Expeditionary Learning Middle School in Syracuse, New York, use the Go Go Mo protocol to share and gain knowledge in preparation for an assessment.






Monday, November 17, 2025

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Giving Clear Directions

 

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Giving Clear Directions

Delivering clear directions allows students to follow with accuracy and focus.




Monday, November 3, 2025

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Body Language


I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Body Language


Your physical presence in the classroom conveys powerful messages to students.