Classroom routines are the well-oiled machines that can make a classroom function. But routines can also provide the groundwork for a learning environment that nourishes student-driven learning. From routines to start the school day to those that build classroom community, routines can help maximize learning by providing stability, consistency, and time management skills--for teachers and students. Well-structured routines can increase active student engagement, promote individual accountability, and establish a positive classroom climate.