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Direct linkEpstein, Joyce L.; Sanders, Mavis G.; Sheldon, Steven B.; Simon, Beth S.; Salinas, Karen Clark; Jansorn, Natalie Rodriguez; Van Voorhis, Frances L.; Martin, Cecelia S.; Thomas, Brenda G.; Greenfeld, Marsha D.; Hutchins, Darcy J.; Williams, Kenyatta J. – Corwin, 2018
When schools, families, and communities collaborate and share responsibility for students' education, more students succeed in school. Based on 30 years of research and fieldwork, the fourth edition of the bestseller "School, Family, and Community Partnerships: Your Handbook for Action," presents tools and guidelines to help develop more…
Descriptors: Guides, Technical Assistance, Check Lists, Partnerships in Education
Peer reviewedMitchell, Ronald – National Elementary Principal, 1979
Outlines some considerations a principal should keep in mind when planning a middle school. (IRT)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Middle Schools, Program Development
McCarthy, Robert J. – American School Board Journal, 1981
Outlines reasons why middle schools were developed and presents a program that is suggested to prepare staff members for their new roles if a district adopts middle schools. (IRT)
Descriptors: Educational Planning, Elementary Secondary Education, Middle Schools, Program Development
Download full textGilzow, Douglas F.; Rhodes, Nancy C. – 2000
Using information from seven model programs that provide foreign language instruction to elementary and middle school students, this publication addresses common questions from administrators, educators, and parents who are considering establishing early foreign language programs in their communities. Questions examine the following issues:…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, FLES, Language Teachers
Lynch, James J. – 1979
This paper traces the historical development of the middle school from its beginnings in 1893. It presents philosophical background for the middle school concept and compares middle schools and junior high schools. Psychological theories underlying the middle school are discussed, including the theory of the period of "transescence" between…
Descriptors: Administrator Guides, Educational History, Educational Philosophy, Intermediate Grades
Peer reviewedPerkins, Peggy G.; Gelfer, Jeffrey I. – Clearing House, 1995
Provides a planning transition model for teachers of elementary and middle school. Describes the five essential components of the model: (1) developing a planning team; (2) generating goals and identifying problems; (3) developing written strategic plans; (4) acquiring the support and commitment of teachers; and (5) evaluating the transition…
Descriptors: Educational Planning, Elementary Education, Junior High Schools, Middle Schools
Georgia State Dept. of Education, Atlanta. – 1991
This resource guide was developed to help new elementary and middle school counselors in Georgia plan and implement school counseling programs. It has been organized according to the required tasks in the Georgia School Counselor Evaluation Program. Sample forms, activities, and other information are included with each section of the guide.…
Descriptors: Counseling Services, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Middle Schools
Peer reviewedWhitfield, Edie L.; And Others – Clearing House, 1983
Argues that providing leadership and opportunities for staff members to become more effective in their jobs are the primary responsibilities of a school principal. Offers a number of suggestions for use in staff development. (FL)
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Elementary Secondary Education, Inservice Teacher Education, Leadership
Killion, Joellen – 1999
This guide is the result of a 2-year initiative, Results-Based Staff Development for the Middle Grades. It provides information and resources for selecting, designing, and evaluating staff development to improve student achievement. It targets school staff development committees, principals, staff development leaders, and curriculum coordinators.…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Faculty Development, Inservice Teacher Education, Middle School Teachers
Peer reviewedBergmann, Sherrel; Baxter, Jeanne – NASSP Bulletin, 1983
Middle level students have unique needs that can be met by a school advising program. Outlines the goals and a timeline for implementing an advisory program along with nine components essential to a successful guidance and advisory program. (MLF)
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Guidance Programs, Intermediate Grades
MacBain, Dawn E. – 1996
Recognizing the need for opportunities for children to interact meaningfully with older adults, this fastback discusses the organization and implementation of intergenerational programs in elementary and middle schools. It begins with a description of effective programs, focusing on the impact of two programs on students and older adults. The…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary Schools, Intergenerational Programs, Junior High Schools
Peer reviewedFillenberg, Carol K. – NASSP Bulletin, 1984
Middle level program planning involves three phases over three years: developing a written school philosophy, designing the curricular program, and implementing the plan to meet objectives. (Author/DCS)
Descriptors: Curriculum Design, Educational Objectives, Educational Philosophy, Educational Planning
Cole, Claire G. – 1988
This monograph about counseling in the middle schools is an update from the first edition, which was published in 1980. The first section discusses the rationale for a middle level counseling program. It stresses the importance of a guidance program based on a thorough understanding of what is normal growth and development for youngsters at this…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Intermediate Grades, Junior High Schools, Middle School Students
Raica-Klotz, Helen – 1999
The 12-session program presented in this guide can be used to help middle school and early high school girls identify negative behaviors, take responsibility for their feelings and actions, and make healthier choices for themselves. The 12 sessions are titled: (1) "Webbing: Seeing the Connections"; (2) "Books and Boxes: Shaping My Path to the…
Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Behavior Patterns, Change, Empowerment
Brown, Lynn; And Others – 1998
In this booklet, a group of middle school teachers offer suggestions on how other teachers can similarly enhance their own school's service learning program by initiating and sustaining a service learning task force. The teachers begin by explaining why they developed a service learning task force and list some of the benefits of having a service…
Descriptors: Advisory Committees, Citizenship Education, Community Involvement, Cooperative Planning
