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Introduction . Dave AllenPresident, Wisconsin Association for Middle Level EducationDistrict Curriculum Director, PlattevilleShelley Joan WeissBoard of Directors, Conference Chair, Wisconsin Association for Middle Level EducationPrincipal, Waunakee Community Middle School. Agenda .

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    1. WELCOME Elements of an Exemplary Middle Level School

    2. Introduction Dave Allen President, Wisconsin Association for Middle Level Education District Curriculum Director, Platteville Shelley Joan Weiss Board of Directors, Conference Chair, Wisconsin Association for Middle Level Education Principal, Waunakee Community Middle School

    3. Agenda Sharing opportunities for middle level educators to network and learn. Discussing the five essential elements of exemplary middle level schools. Summary, questions, input from participants.

    4. Opportunities WAMLE Annual Conference our 25th Anniversary Conference, OCT 9-10, 2008, Chula Vista Resort, WI Dells AWSA Middle Level Commission Conference, FEB 13-15, Stevens Point NMSA Essentials Conference, APR 4-5, Minneapolis, MN

    5. Elements Balancing and meeting needs and demands Exemplary middle level schools demonstrate a continual balancing act of multiple and complex dimensions. Exemplary middle level schools require flexibility, responsiveness, and realism. Exemplary middle level schools require vision, mission, and commitment.

    6. Element One Organizing the Exemplary Middle Level School Focus is on: Relationships Collaboration Response to the needs of the community and culture Responding to the unique needs of middle level students

    7. Components Clear understanding of teaming Interdisciplinary team structure Common planning time Teachers are essential decision makers Guidance, advisement, and support are essential Extensive co-curricular opportunities Emphasis is on developing relationships

    8. Element Two Establishing a Curriculum for Exemplary Middle Level Schools Focus is on: Balancing the tension between student developmental needs and the demands of programming such as No Child Left Behind. Students and standards.

    9. Components Unique developmental characteristics of early adolescents Standards Flexible grouping Applied, relevant learning activities Exploration, self-discovery Students actively participate in decision making with teachers

    10. Element Three Creating the School Climate for an Exemplary Middle Level School Focus is on: Safety Relationship building Connecting the school, home, and community

    11. Components Clear vision of goals, expectations, and beliefs Collaboration Warm, welcoming, and safe environment Recognition of contributions of early adolescents Support the development and self-esteem of students Strong connections between home and school High Expectations for behavior and academics Support for smooth transitions

    12. Element Four Staffing the Exemplary Middle Level School Focus is on: Collaboration Excellence in meeting the needs of students Unique education and training for MS staff Ability to support students and content Education Experience Balance

    13. Components Preparation to meet unique needs of early adolescents Understanding of physical, intellectual, emotional, social, and moral needs of early adolescents Employing educational strategies that actively engage students Integration of content areas

    14. Element Five Defining the Leadership for the Exemplary Middle Level School Focus is on: Shared leadership Work the crowd Close, ongoing interactions with students Collaborative work to create high behavioral and academic expectations Insight into unique talents of all Create opportunities to build leaders

    15. Components Strong supportive leadership within teams and the school Students are the center of the school Recognition of the value of communities of learners Climate of mutual respect, shared involvement, and ownership How students are taught is as important as what they are taught

    16. More Teachers share and mentor each other Facility is designed and built to support teamwork with students and staff Age-appropriate resources available Teachers are essential educational leaders whose voice is valued Students and staff contribute to the learning and local community Community values are supported

    17. Resources Elements of an Exemplary Middle Level School Available through the Wisconsin Association for Middle Level Education www.wamle.org

    18. Insights, Questions? Please share your expertise, experience, and interests!

    19. Opportunities WAMLE Annual Conference our 25th Anniversary Conference, OCT 9-10, 2008, Chula Vista Resort, WI Dells AWSA Middle Level Commission Conference, FEB 13-15, Stevens Point NMSA Essentials Conference, APR 4-5, Minneapolis, MN

    20. Wed love to hear from you! Shelley Joan Weiss sweiss@waunakee.k12.wi.us Dave Allen allen@platteville.k12.wi.us WAMLE www.wamle.org

    21. THANK YOU! Have a Great Day!

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