Middle school is a big transition from upper elementary school, and we focus on building the executive functioning skills that help students gain independence and take ownership of their learning. One key tool is the student planner, which supports organization, time management, and accountability. Students will use it daily to track short- and long-term assignments, note important dates, and keep other essential information handy. The planner should be completed each day and travel to and from school.
To help families support their children during this transition, we will also maintain a shared Google Doc that lists all homework for the week. This additional resource will make it easier to stay informed and plan ahead together.