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Don't just hand them a list of rules. Misfits naturally resist top-down authority.

As you head into a new term with the , think of it less like a standard classroom and more like a high-stakes adventure. This group—often the rebels, the misunderstood, or those who simply don’t fit the mold—requires a unique blend of firm boundaries and radical empathy . 1. The "Clean Slate" Protocol 1 : The Misfit Class's New Term

For a misfit, knowing that one adult "sees" them can be the difference between showing up and dropping out. Summary for the Term Don't just hand them a list of rules

Spend the first week building a "Class Constitution" together. Ask them: What does respect look like here? What happens when someone is having a bad day? This group—often the rebels, the misunderstood, or those

Find out one non-academic interest for every student (gaming, skating, obscure anime, etc.) and check in on it weekly.