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Williamson, Ronald – 2001
Disagreement exists about the role and function of middle schools. Demand for improved student achievement, greater accountability, improved test scores, and greater responsiveness to parents characterize tensions. This paper reports on the efforts of one community to examine its middle-school program and reposition it to become more effective at…
Descriptors: Committees, Middle Schools, Organizational Effectiveness, Planning
ERIC Clearinghouse on Counseling and Personnel Services, Ann Arbor, MI. – 1990
This eighth chapter in "The Challenge of Counseling in Middle Schools" contains five articles on the organization of a middle school counseling program. "The Counselor and Modern Middle-Level Schools: New Roles in New Schools," by Paul George, examines characteristics of successful schools and considers some new roles for the counselor. "Teacher…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Intermediate Grades, Junior High Schools, Middle Schools
McEwin, C. Kenneth; Alexander, William M. – 1987
A survey conducted in 1982 sought information on teacher education for the middle level schools. Responses to the survey from schools of education indicated that teacher preparation programs have not kept pace with the growing number of teachers needed, and the predominant emphasis in available programs has been at the undergraduate level. This…
Descriptors: Degrees (Academic), Educational Needs, Middle Schools, Program Design

Galassi, John P.; Gulledge, Suzanne A.; Cox, Nancy D. – Middle School Journal, 1997
Considers some of the groundwork affecting the foundations of advisory programs in middle schools, focusing on key decisions made in the planning stages of the program. Presents an advisory typology that can be used to compare existing programs, design a new program, or evaluate and renovate an existing program. (KB)
Descriptors: Academic Advising, Middle School Students, Middle School Teachers, Middle Schools
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

Fillenberg, 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

Foreign Language Annals, 1994
This position statement was developed by members of the National Council of State Supervisors of Foreign Languages to assist school districts as they develop middle school foreign language programs. (JL)
Descriptors: Educational Philosophy, Interdisciplinary Approach, Middle Schools, Program Design

Nugent, Stephanie A.; Karnes, Frances A. – Gifted Child Today, 2002
This article compiles information from program web sites, articles, and interviews with experts to describe the history and current status of the Advanced Placement program and the International Baccalaureate program. The development of the Pre-AP program, the Primary Years program, and the Middle Years program is discussed. (Contains references.)…
Descriptors: Advanced Placement, Advanced Placement Programs, Educational History, Elementary Secondary Education
Merenbloom, Elliot Y.; Ritterhoff, Claire E. – 1980
The faculty of a middle school has constructed a model of a reading program, using components of other programs at other grade levels. The elements of the model include basal reading, teaching reading in the content areas, and individualized reading. The strengths of these components depend on teachers' understanding of learning theory and…
Descriptors: Basal Reading, Content Area Reading, Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education

Bullock, Cathy; Foegen, Anne – Behavioral Disorders, 2002
This article describes the application of constructive conflict resolution techniques in a middle-school program for students with behavior disorders, discussing the use of mediation, negotiation, constructive controversy, and classroom meetings. Initial efforts to explore the impact of the program are recounted, and implications for implementing…
Descriptors: Behavior Disorders, Conflict Resolution, Crisis Management, Interpersonal Communication
Myers, John; Monson, Luetta – 1992
This monograph offers middle grades educators recommendations for increasing the involvement of family members in school-related programs and activities. Introductory material describes the earlier work of the National Middle School Association in fostering parent involvement. Next, the monograph describes reasons for encouraging such involvement,…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Family Involvement, Family Programs, Intermediate Grades

Henderson, Phyllis; La Forge, Jan – School Counselor, 1989
Discusses three roles of the middle school counselor in developing, coordinating, and implementing a teacher-advisor program: (1) assessing and reporting the school's readiness for such a program; (2) establishing a teacher advisory committee; and (3) training teachers for their role as teacher-advisors. (TE)
Descriptors: Counselor Role, Counselor Teacher Cooperation, Elementary Secondary Education, Inservice Teacher Education
Reynolds, Richard Kent; Karr-Kidwell, PJ – 1996
Extracurricular activities have enhanced the lives of students through the years and continue to provide students with additional skills they need to succeed in school and life. This paper offers an extensive literature review of the effect of extracurricular activities on student development and offers a plan for extending successful…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Curriculum Development, Extracurricular Activities, Middle Schools

Coenen, Matthew E. – Gifted Child Today, 2002
This article provides an overview of an after school program one school implemented that included gifted middle school students as peer tutors for those who needed additional outside help and support. The development, design, objectives, and positive outcomes of the Homework Helpers program are described. (Contains references.) (CR)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, After School Programs, Gifted, Helping Relationship
Myers, John W. – 1985
This monograph offers suggestions to teachers and administrators for involving parents in middle school programs. It outlines the reasons for encouraging such involvement, identifies some of the roles parents may play, and delineates the steps to be taken in establishing a program that taps the time and talents of parents and other adults.…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Elementary Secondary Education, Family Involvement, Family Programs
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