When I first heard about some middle schools’ potential ban on best friends, I have to admit I was a little dismissive. Why were administrators putting themselves in the middle of middle school friendship issues? I didn’t believe the idea would catch on and thought it would be impossible to enforce. However, when Barbara Greenberg […]
School communities often struggle. Students become tired and stressed. They may lash out or act insensitively with their peers. As tensions increase and students respond with defensiveness or retribution, the ideals which tether a school community can start to unravel. As a result, any kindness that a teacher may be trying to build in their […]
For many, the cold days of winter are a time of reflection and goal setting. New Year’s resolutions are made with the hope that the next year will bring positive change. At Arthur Morgan School, we start the year reflecting upon the school’s mission and vision. As stated, our goal is to help middle schoolers […]