Episode
396. 10 Things I Wish I Had Known During My First Year of Teaching
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- May 13, 2026
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- 1417
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- https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/ten-powerful-lessons
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Summary
If you've ever felt like your classroom success depends on having the perfect lesson, this episode may shift everything for you. In this heartfelt and practical episode, Dr. Lori Friesen shares 10 powerful lessons she wishes she had known in her first year, revealing how strong classroom systems and routines are the true foundation of effective classroom management. What You'll Learn: In this episode, you'll discover: • Why classroom routines and systems matter more than even your best lesson plans • How improving transitions can instantly create a calmer, more focused classroom • Why students need to practice expectations repeatedly and how to do it effectively • The difference between calm authority and reactive discipline, and how it impacts behavior • How to identify when behavior challenges are actually system problems , not student problems Resources & Mentions: • Free training: Virtual Teacher Summer Camp • Upcoming episode: Teacher Debrief Framework (end-of-year reflection process) • The Spring Reset Series (Part One and upcoming episodes) • After Recess/Lunch Slides inside the Classroom Management Club • Includes breathing exercises, SEL prompts, story starters, and quick reset activities • Learn more about Dr. Lori's programs If this episode encouraged you or gave you a new perspective on classroom management, share it with a fellow teacher who might need support right now. And be sure to subscribe to Beginning Teacher Talk so you don't miss the next episode, where Dr. Lori walks you through a simple reflection process to help you finish the year strong and make next year easier. Save your seat at Dr. Lori's new, free class: Click here to save your seat! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ready Ready to Feel Back in Control of Your Classroom? If your classroom fee…