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A Model Junior High School Orientation Program.

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Kauffman, Dianne K.; Kavinsky, Gregory A. – Clearing House, 1980

This article describes the transition program at Goodyear Junior High in Akron, Ohio. Beginning in the spring, it helps reduce the adjustment anxiety of sixth graders and their parents by familiarizing them with the school and preparing them for the junior high school experience. Some evaluative feedback is cited. (SJL)

Descriptors: Grade 6, Junior High Schools, Models, Parent Participation

Elementary to Middle School: Planning for Transition.

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Perkins, 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