How is the middle school schedule different from an elementary schedule?
In a middle school setting, students are steered towards independence. They have lockers in which they keep their personal belongings and school supplies. They move from classroom to classroom with organized locker break time. Students will have a variety of teachers throughout the day. Students will experience a variety of schedules. Middle school teachers and students are able to design schedules to meet their needs regarding a specific project or activity. Flexible scheduling affords teachers and students opportunities to work together. A lot of learning is done via projects, presentations and discussions. Homework and the development of study skills are part of the middle school experience. Students are challenged to take responsibility for their actions and behaviors. Ownership of their actions, successes and failures is stressed.
