"Middle School Moment" is the title of Frontline's 2012 documentary about middle school and the dropout trajectory. Filled with poignant stories, shocking statistics, and emerging strategies, this documentary highlights this often overlooked segment of a student's school experience. The film makes the case for a holistic approach to middle school education because the multi-dimensional needs of the middle school student are ripe with urgency and the potential to determine their educational trajectory.
Such a conversation has many implications for the middle school leader, as she must consider how to maximize resources to address so many pressing needs. While this indeed is challenge of any school leader, "Middle School Movement" charges one to understand the ramifications of decision-making at this particular juncture in a child's life.
"Middle School Moment"
Transcript, Video & Discussion Notes available
Such a conversation has many implications for the middle school leader, as she must consider how to maximize resources to address so many pressing needs. While this indeed is challenge of any school leader, "Middle School Movement" charges one to understand the ramifications of decision-making at this particular juncture in a child's life.
"Middle School Moment"
Transcript, Video & Discussion Notes available
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