The term ‘Morning Meeting’ stems from part of something called Responsive Classroom. Morning meetings consist of four different components, all of which are equally important. They are:
1. Greeting: teacher and students greet each other in different ways. It could be anywhere from a ‘hello’ in another language, a funky wave or a “good morning, ____.”
2. Sharing: The teacher can choose a topic and students will share. For example, on a Monday, you can ask students something fun they did over the weekend. Or- on a Friday, you can ask what students weekend plans are.
3. Activity: The students will complete an activity or game, working collaboratively with their peers using socialization and thinking skills.
4. Message: The students are then directed to a morning message written by their teacher. The message typically entails what is in store for the day.
Morning meetings are a good incorporation into classrooms to create a warm, welcoming tone and environment. When students feel welcomed and a sense of belonging, they feel important and like they belong. Lastly, morning meetings also promote student growth because it encourages collaboration, socialization and thinking skills.
To find out more information about morning meetings, and different sample greetings and activities to incorporate into your responsive classroom routines, click here.
