As school starts up again across the country, tweens and teens are beginning the arduous adventure that is middle school. And thanks to pretty much all of pop culture—and many adults who have gone ...

Changing bodies, more rigorous academics and new social challenges can make middle school tough for students. For children entering this environment, it's normal to be uneasy about entering a new ...

Here are ten tips for making middle school work for kids with autism. 1. School Culture and Leadership In my opinion, leadership is the number one factor in determining whether any school on any level ...

For the nine years that I was a middle-school principal, the fact of my job was often a punch line. “Better you than me,” “You’re brave,” and “Bless your heart” were among the many offers of ...

Somewhere around 11 or 12 years of age, a tween undergoes a small but notable behavioral shift. When talking to parents, I often refer to this developmental stage as the “egg era,” i.e. “It would be ...