How to Change the Middle School Experience

Schools in South Florida are figuring out how to change the middle school experience. Middle schools may soon involve career choices and job skills with more electives and less homework. In grades six through eight, students are often least engaged. Many parents and...

Learning Math Through Strategy

Fifth graders are learning math through strategy and problem solving activities. It’s not just about getting the right answer. “The idea that kids use strategies, and that there are multiple strategies — and they’re all legitimate — is new,” said Sheryl Wolfe, a...