The Classroom Environment resources are designed to provide OPEN members with tools and resources focused on creating a positive learning environment for all students. Download and customize tools for establishing class culture, managing class procedures and routines, as well as organizing the physical space in your physical education classroom. OPEN contributors and national trainers continue to work hard to provide our members with flexible tools and resources that can be customized to enhance your teaching environment.
Classroom Environment Resources
Recharge Room (K-5):
Reflect & Refresh Space (6-12):
Emotions Check-In:
Super Hero Guide:
Proactive Classroom Management Tips:
Use of Stations with Large Classes:
Bulletin Board Ideas:
OPEN Activity Examples to Establish a Positive Classroom Environment
Treasure Hunt (Communication):
Toss 3 (Working with Variety of Peers):
Aerobic Treasure Grab (Large Class/Limited Equipment):
High-5 Bank Account (Use of Instant Activities):
Royal Court (Non-elimination Small Sided Games):
Vollapalooza (Use of Stations):
Establishing Class Rules
The OPEN Team has created 3 umbrella rules for you to discuss with your students. Facilitating meaningful discussing with a focus on social and emotional competencies will give your students a voice as it relates to the how and why classroom rules and routines are important.
Classroom Rules Introduction:
Classroom Rules Poster:
Student Empowerment Rights Poster:
CASEL Alignments and DOK Question Sets:
Class Rules Image Files
Small PNG Icon Files:
Large PNG Icon Files: