”Behavior Strategies 4 Class” dives into the science of self-regulation and behavior management in schools. Hosted by educator and behavior strategist, Diane Bachman, with over a decade of experience in special education. Each episode unpacks evidence-based tools from psychology, neuroscience, and classroom practices. Whether you’re a teacher, counselor, social worker, educator, or parent, you’ll find actionable strategies to help students thrive emotionally and academically.
Today Andrew and I are talking about something every teacher feels this time of year—how to help students build the stamina they need to stay focused, regulated, and confident during testing season. Because stamina isn’t just about working longer; it’s about helping the brain feel safe enough to stay engaged.
In this episode, we’ll break down simple, low‑stress ways to stretch students’ cognitive endurance, strengthen their regula...
Students sensory systems are constantly scanning for safety, predictability, and balance/regulation. Seasonal transitions disrupt that balance in ways that show up in their behaviors. More daylight with daylight savings = more stimulation is one example of how seasonal transitions can have an affect on your students behavior. Today we'll also discuss strategies to help your students with their shifting sensory needs.
When your students nervous system is dysregulated, the parts of the brain responsible for reasoning, compliance, and problem-solving are not working. A 60 second regulation micro-practice will lower their heightened awareness, signal safety, and predictability, reducing power struggles. It will restore access to their executive functioning and protect your relationship with them. These are quick, doable, and rooted in brain science...
March is when tired brains, stale routines, and rising spring energy collide. If you're seeing more impulsivity, more conflict, or more emotional swings, it's not you, it's a predictable nervous system dip and hormones are going wild. But there's hope. Today we'll talk about quick resets, refreshed routines, and small connection moments that will make a big difference.
Students with impulse behavior are in every classroom, from blurting, pushing peers, rushing through their work to overreacting. Andrew and I will unpack some of the causes behind this behavior and you'll learn practical, evidence-based coping skills and self-regulations strategies you can use to support your students who are struggling with their impulsive behaviors.
Some of the resources from todays topic are: Impulsivity: Defini...
If you've ever felt like you're repeating directions a hundred times, juggling impulsivity. or trying to keep a student engaged while also managing the rest of your class.....you're not alone. Your students with ADHD aren't necessarily a discipline issue - it's a brain-based difference in attention, regulation, and executive functioning. So how can you help them? Today we're talking about 10 strategies you can begin using today to ...
Discover why student behavior intensifies before holidays and learn trauma-informed strategies to reduce stress, support regulation and create a calmer classroom. Remember, if your classroom feels dysregulated right now, there's a reason-and it's not your fault.
You need this Micro-Intervention Toolkit to start using today for a calmer, more regulated classroom!
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Your students learn to connect, include, and care for one another by using their friendship skills and by showing kindness. These are core nervous system skills that all of your students need. Since it is a skill, it needs to be taught and modeled. You are the perfect one to show them while they're at school. We'll be talking about these core skills today.
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During the mid-school year, routines slip, motivation dips, some behaviors resurface and teachers are asking, "Is it just me or is everyone a little off?" Well thankfully you're in the right place because we're going to discuss practical strategies, emotionally grounded insights, and a few mindset shifts that will help you finish the year with more calm, clarity, and confidence. Let's get started!
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Today is all about post-holiday dysregulation and micro-interventions that support regulation, build safety, and protect connection with your students. These will guide them to get back on track for learning.
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Support your students’ mental health and lower classroom stress by incorporating meaningful journali...
We're exploring simple, trauma-informed routines and cozy winter activities that help students settle their nervous system, build self-awareness, and stay grounded during the colder months. We'll be going over 4 activities you can start today.
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January may feel like a "second first day." Your students are coming in "wild!" They're tired and emotional after their winter break and it's a tough transition being back at school. They've had disrupted routines, holiday stress, inconsistent sleep and family/friends overwhelm. So this episode will help you rebuild connection and community in your classroom.
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Beneath the noise, the fatigue, and daily fires you put out, there are behavior patterns. There are signals and then moments of growth. Today we're looking at what we saw, why it mattered, and how these insights can guide you toward a steadier, more connected classroom for the rest of the school year.
These are a couple of the studies I mentioned that were done on student behavior: IJRIAR-40.pdf, Relationship Between Behavior and ...
You are essential to the success of your students but how do you hold it all together? In this episode, we explore simple, research-backed tools to safeguard your mental health in a busy, chaotic time. You'll find practical tips to reduce stress, build resilience, and create space for joy. These will help you thrive, not just survive!
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Blending structure with flexibility by using mindful breaks, hight-interest activities, and daily routines will help channel your students energy productively. That is the goal this last week before Winter Break! Hopefully, the strategies and activities discussed today will encourage and motivate you! You got this!
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As the holidays approach, classrooms can feel both joyful and overwhelming. Today we're unwrapping creative, trauma informed behavior incentives that bring festive fun without adding stress. So, grab your hot cocoa, settle in, and let's explore how holiday incentives can spark joy, connection, and resilience in your classroom!
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Today we're diving into creative seasonal ways to bring warmth, mindfulness, and emotional connection into your classroom during the colder months. From snowball Share to Growth Blizzard Board, we'll share engaging activities that not only support SEL (social emotional learning) but also foster a cozy, compassionate classroom. This episode is packed with tools to help your students thrive during these winter months.
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When your brain is wired by gratitude it promotes emotional resilience, empathy, and well-being, which is grounded in solid science. The brain is a powerful organ that has a reward system, has the ability for neuroplasticity, helps regulate emotions, improve immune function and more. All of these can affect your students behavior. A grateful, thankful brain enhances your mental and physical health. How can you put this into action ...
Being intentional in cultivating practices, mindsets, and environments that sustain happiness, resilience, and gratitude are important, even when life is hard. All of these can have a positive impact on your students but how and why should this matter to you? Listen in for practical steps to fuel joy and impact your students behavior for the better.
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