In a recent episode of AMLE’s Walk and Talk Podcast, hosts Phyllis Fagell and Jessica McGuire welcomed Brian Rickert and Katie Laird, a principal + assistant principal team from Trumbull, Connecticut, who are redefining middle school leadership with their innovative, collaborative approach. Leading a school of approximately 800 students, this duo ditches the traditional “divide
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In a recent episode of the Middle School Walk and Talk podcast, hosts Jessica McGuire and Phyllis Fagell welcomed Darrin Peppard, a self-described “recovering high school principal” and leadership coach, for a candid conversation about his journey in education and the evolving role of school leaders. What began as an accidental detour into middle school
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The ballroom at the Hilton Hawaiian Village buzzed with energy as more than 650 sixth, seventh, and eighth graders filled the space. They had traveled to Honolulu from across the state—some even flying in that morning from neighboring islands—for the second annual Hawaii Department of Education (HIDOE) Middle Level Student Leadership Summit. Designed “by and
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In a recent episode of the Middle School Walk and Talk podcast, hosts Phyllis Fagell and Jessica McGuire discuss school culture and leadership with award-winning principal and best-selling author Jimmy Casas. Listen to the podcast episode now, or enjoy the recap of five key takeaways here: Revisiting the Interview Chair: Casas introduced the “Interview Chair”
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The 2016 and 2020 elections unveiled stark contrasts in beliefs and values that continue to shape our communities. Even though eight years have passed since the 2016 election, many educators vividly remember their community’s pain and deep feelings. The election left in its wake divided schools and a legacy of increased bullying, heightened political tensions
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Research is clear that family engagement in middle school is essential for student success. Yet it sometimes feels like schools and families are more divided than ever. Middle school leaders must build stronger partnerships that help both constituencies achieve their shared goal: success for the whole student. In celebration of Middle Level Education Month #MLEM,
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