Building a strong classroom community is such an essential part of your classroom management. When your kiddos feel valued and recognized, they will shine in your classroom and during other parts of the school day such as specials, lunch, and recess.     Today I’m sharing two of my favorite easy to implement classroom management strategies that will give your students buy-in and independence. Student shoutouts and class compliments are quick and effective things that your class will LOVE!  Using these two types of compliments will help to strengthen your classroom community each and every day.   In this episode you'll learn: -How to use student-led student shoutouts inside the classroom -Using class compliments to hold students accountable no matter where they are in the school -The importance of explaining the “why” and “how” behind compliments -Why these strategies are so beneficial and meaningful for your students   >>Join the waitlist for Classroom Management Academy at teachcreatemotivate.com/coursewaitlist!   Resources mentioned: -FREEBIE Digital Student Shoutouts -Using Student Shoutouts to Build Classroom Community -Managing Your Classroom with Class Compliments    For more resources and show notes, head to teachcreatemotivate.com/18. Follow me on Instagram @teachcreatemotivate.