Category Archives: Middle School

The Implementation, Challenges and Success Strategies of Standards-Based Grading

As students’ learning and academic needs evolve, schools across the United States are replacing conventional teaching styles with alternative grading methods, such as standards-based grading (SBG). For instance, a statewide survey in Wyoming reported that over 63% of middle schools and 35% of high schools have either fully or partially implemented SBG. Are you considering incorporating standards-based […]

A Principal’s Guide to Crisis Management and Recovery

A wide range of potential crises can occur at kindergarten through grade 12 (K-12) schools, including natural disasters, acts of violence and emergency situations. As a school principal, you are responsible for safeguarding the well-being of your students and staff. With your leadership and a clear guide, you can help strengthen student and school safety. […]

Teaching Strategies for the New Generational Classroom

While it’s tempting to paint today’s young learners with a broad brush, Gen Z and Gen Alpha are as nuanced as any group before them. The primary differentiator is technology’s pervasive influence, which shapes how they see the world, absorb information and connect with others. This shift is an unprecedented opportunity for educators to rethink […]