Classrooms are facing numerous challenges within today's educational landscape, with one of the most pressing issues of handling the growing urgency of managing problem behaviors. Behavioral challenges in the classroom are on the rise in terms of frequency and severity, and teachers are not equipped to manage them. More than 70% of teachers report a recent increase in disruptive behavior in the classroom. While current practices may be exacerbating the problem, there is growing momentum towards more preventative approaches that aim to address the underlying causes of misbehavior and promote positive outcomes for all students. With proper training and preparation, school staff can be successful in responding to or preventing disruptive behaviors. 

Key Discussion Points - 

• High quality professional development can be the key to keeping educators and has been shown to affect their decision to stay in education. 

• In addition to building classroom management skills, it is important to help educators learn to handle their own stress and improve their mental well-being. Teaching them skills in emotional wellness and mental health can improve job satisfaction and create safer and more positive classroom environments. 

• To effectively manage a classroom of students, educators must learn how behavior works and what procedures are best for managing behavior.