206. PRIME TIMES® - Everything You Need to Know

Today’s the day! I’m finally doing a deep dive into my number one classroom procedure: PRIME TIMES®. I share the origin story, why they’re essential for classroom management and formative assessment, and practical strategies for making them work in any secondary science classroom. You’ll learn how to overcome common challenges like missing papers, time limits, absences, and accommodations, plus tips for adapting Prime Times® to fit your schedule and students’ needs. This episode is your complete guide to implementing a simple five-minute routine that can transform your classroom!

➡️ Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode206

Resources Mentioned:

• Prime Times® in my resource shop
• Prime Times® on TpT
• My favorite utility cart
• Download your FREE Classroom Reset Challenge.
• Take the Free Labs When Limited virtual PD course
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• Follow, rate, and comment on Spotify.

Related Episodes and Blog Posts:

• Episode 96, Why I Stopped Assigning Homework (And 6 Surprising Results)
• Episode 152, Absences - How to Deal With Them
• Episode 205, A Cell Phone Policy for High School Students
• Prime Times®: The Secondary Classroom Procedure You Can’t Live Without

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