All teachers, but especially those who work with students with emotional and behavioral disorders, know that behavior and classroom management are interrelated. Behavior management involves teacher activities designed to promote positive behaviors in students, while effective classroom management refers to all of the things teachers do to organize students, space, time, and materials. Being successful in these two heavily linked areas leads to higher student achievement in every grade and subject.

The articles, checklists, and documentation forms in this issue will give you a strong background to build this all-important interconnected relationship. The materials are excerpted from the CEC book Back Off, Cool Down, Try Again: Teaching Students How to Control Aggressive Behavior.

Chaos in the midst of chaos isn't funny, but chaos in the midst of order is. – Steve Martin

	In This Issue Behavior Management – Proactive Measures A list of proactive measures that can be taken to keep order in your classroom. Examples include how to arrange furniture in your classroom, and selecting a peer-group leader. Blank Behavior Contract After completing this behavior contract with a teacher, students are bound to following it. Characteristics of Effective Behavior Managers Read about techniques that contribute to successful behavior and classroom management. Classroom Arrangement Checklist This checklist allows teachers to make sure that all aspects of their classrooms are ready for students. Items include furniture and equipment arrangement. Conference Documentation Form Complete this form during or immediately after a parent-teacher conference. Have all involved parties sign the form. Decision Making Sheet Help intermediate through secondary students make better decisions concerning their classroom behavior. Group Demographic Chart Teachers easily track student and parent names and phone numbers, as well as addresses, emergency contact information, and more with this chart. Incident Report A useful report form for quick documentation when a behavior incident occurs in your classroom. Problem Solving Sheet Students fill out this sheet after experiencing a behavior problem in class. Rules, Consequences, and Rewards List Rules, consequences, and rewards to assist with behavior management. Strategies for Effective Document Management Managing mounds of paper requires organization. These suggestions are successful strategies for creative and efficient document management. Techniques for Working with Emotionally and Behaviorally Challenged Students Effective techniques to use while working with students with emotional and behavioral disorders (EBD). Telephone Log Use this telephone log to document dates, times, and topics of telephone conversations with parents. Weekly Grade Sheet A weekly grade sheet allows you to see at a glance what has been completed and what works well when working with emotionally and behaviorally challenged students. Weekly Point Sheet A chart to keep you organized if you are using a point system to track behavior.

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	The Council for Exceptional Children Resources on Behavior and Classroom Management Back Off, Cool Down, Try Again: Teaching Students How to Control Aggressive Behavior A descriptive primer on how to nurture the social development of students with aggressive behavior in a classroom setting using the stages of group development as the basis for classroom management. Classroom Management for All Teachers: 11 Effective Plans This book presents detailed but user-friendly information on 11 classroom management plans for two common problem areas: on-task and assignment completion problems, and disruptive behavior and rule violations. Secrets of Discipline for Parents and Teachers: 12 Keys for Raising Responsible Children Learn about Teaching compliance, setting limits, developing good habits, and encouraging good decision making. Learn the importance of planning and commitment. Especially helpful in working with children who have ADHD. Family Education Network Resources on Behavior and Classroom Management Be A Better Student Provides a step-by-step activities program to help students understand basic principles of behavior management and acquire the self-discipline, control and motivation they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom. Cases in Behavior Management This unique book profiles 38 classroom-based cases from preschool through secondary grade levels that realistically portray behavior management issues teachers commonly face. Classroom Discipline and Control A repertory of successful techniques and tips that will save you instructional time, stop discipline problems before they start, and also help you take control when trouble erupts in spite of your best efforts!