Follow Through.....Then watch their faces:)

So I have seen that students respond well if you "hit 'em fast and hard." Well not literally hit them....but give a consequence that is quick and to the point and....it hurts inside a little. For example:
1. Give class the rules and consequences for the behaviors that are not followed.
2. If disruptive behavior occurs give the entire class a warning.
3. If the disruptive behavior of the specific student continues, give an individual warning.
4. If the child is simply not getting it....FOLLOW THROUGH with the previously and clearly stated consequence. If you are too soft the kids will walk right over you and see that you really won't hold them accountable like you said you would and that gives them the idea that they'll never be punished.

For a more specific example....
There was a boy engaging in disruptive behavior. I reminded/warned the entire class that there would be a $50 fine if I saw anyone engaging in this behavior. The student continued so I gave him an individual warning. He continued a little while later and then quickly caught his behavior and quickly told him: "(Name of student), $50 in the bank." And then I went right back on to what I was doing. The look on his face was priceless. It hit him fast and hard and he didn't engage in that behavior....ever again. You have to let them know you are serious about following through with what you have established!