Welcome to Episode 2 of our four-part series on classroom management. If you're preparing for a new school year, this episode is designed to help you start strong by understanding one of the biggest misconceptions new teachers face: the difference between classroom management and discipline.

Dr. LaToya Crockett is joined by veteran educator and leadership consultant Lisa Norwood, founder of iLead Education Services. With more than 25 years of experience as a teacher, coach, and turnaround principal, Lisa shares clear, actionable advice on building structure, creating routines, and leading your classroom with confidence.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why classroom management is about prevention, not punishment
• How routines and procedures create security for students
• The role of consistency in building student trust
• What new teachers often misunderstand about discipline
• Practical strategies you can implement before your first day

This conversation is packed with insight and encouragement to help you plan intentionally and avoid burnout later in the year.

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Website: ileadeducationservices.com

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-norwood-williams-b1a06615/

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