Attending Extra-Curricular Events

Students are involved in way more than just class and they are very proud of those activities and it does not matter if it is BETA Club or the high school baseball team.  That provides a great way for teachers to get to know their students outside the classroom and build a relationship with those kids.  I know it means a lot to those kids and especially if you have a student that you are struggling with.  You don't have to go to every baseball game, just pick one to attend.  Plays and music concerts are not so plentiful to pick dates from but the kids still appreciate your attendance.  Or watch for jerseys, if you have half the freshman basketball team in your class you can cover a lot of kids with one event.

If you really, just do not have the time to go, then at least ask students as they come in to class, how
did the game go last night or I heard you had an amazing solo last night.  With social media, some of the concerts may be found on YouTube for you to listen to at least part of a concert.

Whatever you do, try to attend some events, the kids will appreciate seeing you and knowing they also have your support outside the classroom.