A Child Development Perspective The debates on kids and the digital world are heating up. The main focus now—as in the past—is on protection. Protecting children from harm is fundamental. But if we only pay attention to limits, our efforts will fall short. We can’t ignore an axiom of child development—children need both limits to
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In the latest episode of “Middle School Walk and Talk,” hosts Phyllis Fagell and Jessica McGuire delve into the critical topic of financial literacy, highlighting its importance in the middle school curriculum. Joined by Khalia Murray and Kevin Mechenbier from EverFi, the discussion sheds light on why financial literacy should be an integral part of
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Amid increased discussion and emerging legislation around school cell phone policies, AMLE conducted a survey of its member schools to better understand current approaches and challenges. After controlling for duplicate entries from same-school staff, 154 schools responded to the survey in August 2024: Responses were received from schools in 9 countries and 41 states and
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Artificial intelligence (AI)—a concept most of us knew little about just two years ago—has now become a major topic of discussion. Schools are adding AI policies to handbooks, while teachers are experimenting with it in their classrooms. As with any new technology, AI comes with both advantages and challenges, including practical and ethical considerations. The
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BACKGROUND Early career middle grades teachers–defined as middle grades teachers who possess three or fewer years of professional teaching experience–are likely to encounter a series of transitions at the outset of their career. As early career middle grades teachers navigate these transitions into the profession and into their new schools, they are required to satisfy
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Columbus, OH — Thursday, August 8, 2024 The Association for Middle Level Education (AMLE) is proud to announce that seventeen schools have been named 2024 AMLE Schools of Distinction. This prestigious recognition honors schools that demonstrate outstanding commitment to middle grades best practice. The 2024 Schools of Distinction are: Beach Street Middle School – West
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