# 7 Steps to Establishing Classroom Behavior Expectations

July 22, 2025

Establishing clear behavioral expectations is one of the first things a teacher should do to build a foundation for positive behavior in the classroom. Adapted from [**The Teacher’s Guide for Effective Classroom Management, Third Edition,**](https://products.brookespublishing.com/The-Teachers-Guide-for-Effective-Classroom-Management-Third-Edition-P1546.aspx) by Tim Knoster, Ed.D., & Stephanie Gardner, Ph.D., this infographic offers a simple seven-step process to follow at the beginning of the year as you’re setting expectations with your students.

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