For this podcast, Gayle (Davis) Andrews was asked to talk about significant lessons from the past that today’s middle level leaders must not forget as we move into the future. This podcast fits within the scope of This We Believe through several characteristics under all three areas: Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment, Leadership and Organization, and Culture and Community. Andrews states that we must not forget these three terms: voice, choice, and connection. We need to be sure that we are building a curriculum around students’ interests, backgrounds, and culture. Students need to be able to see the relevance and understand that what they are learning is important. Middle schools need to build a collaborative community not just between teachers but between all faculty and students. Teachers, administrators, nurses, and counselors must be readily available to help students. Relationships are an essential part in getting anything accomplished at the middle level. ~Wendy Marney
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