Moments of the day
End-of-day routines
The end of the school day is a key time to help students reflect, organize, and transition home calmly. This moment offers a chance to review learning, share announcements, and wrap up tasks together.
Projecting a clear end-of-day screen helps everyone stay on track. Visual timers, checklists, and exit tickets keep routines consistent, support student independence, and make dismissal smoother for all ages.
Templates for End-of-day routines
Pre-K (ages 3–5)
End-of-day routine for pre-K (ages 3–5)
A simple, visual end-of-day routine for pre-K with checklist, clock, exit ticket, and reminders.
Kindergarten to 2nd grade
End-of-day routine for kindergarten–2nd grade
A ready-to-use end-of-day classroom screen for K–2 with checklist, clock, exit ticket, and instructions.
Grades 3–5 (ages 8–11)
End-of-day routine for grades 3–5
A ready-to-use end-of-day screen for grades 3–5 with checklist, clock, exit ticket, and reminders.
Grades 6-8 (ages 11–14)
End-of-day routine for grades 6–8
A ready-to-use end-of-day classroom screen for grades 6–8 with checklist, instructions, and interactive word cloud.
Grades 9–12 (ages 14–18)
End-of-day routine for high school (grades 9–12)
A practical end-of-day routine screen for high school, with checklists, reminders, and student reflections.
Why teachers like it
- Helps students transition calmly and stay organized.
- Supports consistent end-of-day routines for all ages.
- Makes dismissal smoother and less stressful for teachers and students.
How to set it up
- 1Sign in and choose an end-of-day screen template for your grade level.
- 2Customize the template with your class’s to-dos, reminders, and exit questions.
- 3Add widgets like a timer, checklist, or quick poll as needed.
- 4Project the screen as students pack up and complete their end-of-day tasks.
- 5Use the checklist or poll to confirm everyone is ready before dismissal.
Tips
- Use the checklist to remind students about homework, notes, or personal items.
- Add a quick exit ticket question to get student feedback or check understanding.
- Keep routines consistent by using the same template daily.
Questions teachers ask
What should I include on an end-of-day screen?
Include reminders, a visual timer, a checklist for items to take home, and a quick exit question or poll.
Can I use these templates with young students?
Yes, there are templates designed for every age group, including visual supports for younger students.
How do students respond to exit tickets?
Students can answer exit ticket questions from their own devices using a QR code on the screen.