2. Ms. Casey, a 1st-year high school music teacher, carefully plans for the new school year’s orchestra. She chooses the music that the orchestra will start practicing at the beginning of the year. She develops the following list of 10 rules for the orchestra class:

a. Begin on time.

b. Keep backpacks away from the practice area.

c. Keep instrument cases away from the practice area.

d. Tune your instruments quickly.

e. Do not talk while the conductor is talking.

f. No food or gum.

g. Practice every day.

h. Stop playing when the conductor stops conducting.

i. Listen carefully to directions.

j. Pack up without talking.

Ms. Casey does not have time to check the room before the first class to see how the furniture is arranged or what materials are available, but she is able to get the roster so that she knows which students are in the orchestra. She checks with the previous teacher to find out what instrument the students play. For the 1st day’s rehearsal, she plans an ice-breaking activity in which the students discuss their favorite music, along with similar activities. Based on your experience and what you have learned about classroom rules and routines, how do you think Ms. Casey’s first few days of school will go? What are some strengths and weaknesses of her preparation and plans? In what ways can she improve her likelihood of getting the school year off to a smooth start?