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Presenters: Amber Benson and Ruby Voss, 2022 Educators of the Year

“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Benjamin Franklin used this phrase while advocating for fire prevention measures in the 1700s. In today’s classrooms, it still rings true. A proactive approach to classroom management benefits both teachers and students. Meet our acronym, PHRASE, which stands for Positive interactions, High expectations, Routines, Authentic relationships, actionable Strategies, and Engaging lessons.

Presenters: Dr. Sandy Cameli, Education Specialist; Avery Adams, student; Noah Chamblee, student; Lily Dalgard, student; Peyton Gray, student; Olive Langford, student; Kaitlyn Li, student

It just wouldn’t be right to launch our newest publication, Successful Middle School Student Voice, without the help of middle grades students! They join author Dr. Sandy Cameli for a robust discussion on the importance of student voice, what we actually mean by that term, and ways educators can foster it in their classrooms. Can’t join live? Sign up to receive a recording and summary the next day.

Presenters: Katie Powell

When it comes to school improvement planning and middle school redesign work, how do you know what your school needs? AMLE's Successful Middle School Assessment is a statistically validated tool schools and districts can use to drive meaningful continued improvement by analyzing staff, student, and family perspectives on the implementation of middle grades best practices. Though taking only about 30 minutes for staff to complete, the Assessment provides schools with detailed, anonymized results and recommendations for continued growth. For schools interested in continuing to evaluate and celebrate their school improvement efforts, AMLE's Schools of Distinction program recognizes and celebrates schools that are actively implementing the essential attributes and characteristics of successful schools through a robust application process, beginning with the Successful Middle School Assessment. 

Presenters: Moderated by AMLE Schools of Distinction Principals

How are middle school principals and leadership teams approaching cell phone policies amid a renewed push to limit phones in schools and emerging legislation? Join us for a leadership roundtable moderated by Schools of Distinction principals during which we’ll share policies and strategies across middle schools.  

Presenters: AMLE Teacher Leaders Committee

Are you curious about using AI in your classroom but unsure how to begin? Or are you already using AI and looking to discuss your experience with others? Whether you consider yourself a novice or an expert on AI, this webinar led by the AMLE Teacher Leaders committee is for you. Join us for a lively discussion about ways to use AI tools to save time as teachers and promote deep learning with students. We will also explore some ethical and practical considerations to keep in mind while using AI. The webinar will include an open question and answer session as well as some time for us to connect in small groups and share our experiences using AI in our districts. Hope to see you there!

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Presenters: Laurie Barron

If you reduce down what’s known about quality middle level education, belonging and becoming rise to the top. Schools must create a place where students feel they belong and are respected and valued and develop places where students can become, where their academic and personal potential is recognized and nurtured. During this webinar, Laurie will share practical strategies to ensure your school is a place where students can belong and become.

Presenters: AMLE Teacher Leader Committee

As a teacher leader or administrator, have you ever felt isolated or unheard? In this webinar, members from AMLE's Teacher Leader Committee will discuss ideas to break down barriers between teacher leaders and administrators to help students and schools be successful. We will discuss creative ways for each group to overcome challenges and learn to work together. Join us as we engage in authentic discussions and role plays to build empathy and effective partnerships.

This webinar is one of 3-part series to support aspiring and current teacher leaders. Attend all three to receive the Growing Yourself as a Teacher Leader certificate.

Presenters: Jack Berckemeyer

Are we seeing a change in adolescents? What new characteristics have emerged post COVID? Join us for a realistic and funny overview of the new attributes of 10-15 year olds. Jack Berckemeyer will share his insights on what he is seeing in middle schools all across the country and he will share ideas that are working for administrators and teachers.

Presenters: AMLE Teacher Leader Committee

How do you process the world around you for you and your students? Join members from AMLE's Teacher Leader Committee to learn how to proactively provide self-care for yourself and your students in the classroom. After this session you will be well on your way to learning how to incorporate good work-life balance, understanding secondary traumatic stress, completing a wellness wheel, and exploring activities to use in the classroom that will support socioemotional learning (SEL).

This webinar is one of 3-part series to support aspiring and current teacher leaders. Attend all three to receive the Growing Yourself as a Teacher Leader certificate.

Presenters: Katie Powell

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