Post-pandemic, students are yearning for connection. This has made the shared purpose that school mission statements and core values provide for a school community critical. And, I argue, one of the best ways to realize this collective “why” is through advisory. Done well, successful advisory programs are designed around the needs of students, giving them
Research makes clear that to be successful, middle schools must address school safety proactively, justly, and thoughtfully. We also know that school safety is first and foremost rooted in school culture. Unfortunately, it’s sometimes the case that schools’ approaches to safety can actually cause students to feel less safe. That’s why when I heard about
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Students’ sense of belonging matters. Research shows that students who feel they have a voice in class are seven times more likely to feel motivated than those who do not (Quaglia Institute, 2016). Giving students voice and increasing their feelings of belonging at school is pivotal for equity and encouragement of all learners. When students
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AMLE recognized its inaugural class of Schools of Distinction earlier this month, in conjunction with the organization’s 49th Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida. The twelve schools were selected for their fervent commitment to implementing the essential attributes and characteristics of successful middle grades schools. In addition to being celebrated during a special awards ceremony, each
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Three tips for creating a responsive, student-centered schedule in the mid-post-COVID era As kids return to school amid a changing education environment, a renewed focus has emerged on the master schedule and its wide impact on student success. We sat down with Ann McCarty Perez, author of The Successful Middle School Schedule, to hear how
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This article is part of AMLE’s showcase of work by aspiring middle grades educators. We welcome college and university student perspectives, and encourage those in teacher preparation programs to submit articles to membercenter@amle.org. Learn more about AMLE’s Collegiate Middle Level Association and other opportunities for students. As we emerge from the pandemic, education reform is a topic
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