Convey Confidence that Every Student Can Meet High Expectations

Student use of positive reinforcement and encouraging words.

Student perseverance through rigorous lessons.

Adherence to social contracts developed for class.

Use of positive phrases like, "I know that all of you can be successful."

Scaffolding and guiding questions when students begin to shut down.

Teaching to the rigor of the grade-level standards.

High expectations set and communicated.