https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/middle-school Middle School en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Fri, 25 Sep 2026 19:49:14 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/algebra-in-8th-grade-4-things-to-know-about-access-and-achievement/2026/09 Student access to the critical math course varies by demographic group and size of district. Fri, 25 Sep 2026 19:49:14 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/algebra-in-8th-grade-4-things-to-know-about-access-and-achievement/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-schools-can-better-support-older-english-learners/2026/09 Strategies exist to help students who carry the English-learner label beyond elementary school. Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-schools-can-better-support-older-english-learners/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/middle-and-high-school-students-struggles-in-math-4-key-takeaways/2026/08 Schools face a challenge in making the subject seem relevant to teenagers. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:20:53 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/middle-and-high-school-students-struggles-in-math-4-key-takeaways/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/middle-schoolers-reading-scores-are-still-stuck-at-post-pandemic-lows/2026/08 New data shows that the lowest-performing students are falling the furthest behind. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/middle-schoolers-reading-scores-are-still-stuck-at-post-pandemic-lows/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-this-district-is-using-esports-to-increase-student-engagement/2026/07 An education technology specialist discusses an esports development program she created. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:20:06 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-this-district-is-using-esports-to-increase-student-engagement/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/heres-what-happened-when-6th-graders-designed-their-dream-school/2026/07 A class project prodded students to use digital tools to fuel creativity, not passively consume content. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:24:20 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/heres-what-happened-when-6th-graders-designed-their-dream-school/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-teen-math-and-reading-scores-prove-it-we-have-a-middle-school-problem/2026/06 Younger students show signs of learning recovery, while teens are left behind. How can we fix that? Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:26:26 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-teen-math-and-reading-scores-prove-it-we-have-a-middle-school-problem/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/here-are-the-math-concepts-that-trip-up-middle-and-high-school-students/2026/06 An EdWeek Research Center survey asked educators about the biggest challenges they see in the subject. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:29:20 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/here-are-the-math-concepts-that-trip-up-middle-and-high-school-students/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/even-in-math-teachers-see-a-chance-to-boost-students-reading-skills/2026/06 Minnesota middle school teachers spread foundational literacy skills across academic classes. Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:14:55 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/even-in-math-teachers-see-a-chance-to-boost-students-reading-skills/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/k-12-essentials-forum/middle-and-high-school-math-how-to-get-struggling-learners-on-track Join this free virtual event to uncover the nature of students’ weaknesses in secondary-level math and find a path forward. Thu, 21 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/k-12-essentials-forum/middle-and-high-school-math-how-to-get-struggling-learners-on-track https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/supporting-struggling-math-students-means-building-their-number-sense-and-confidence/2026/05 Two models schools use to help students learn new material—and shore up gaps at the same time. Wed, 06 May 2026 21:24:16 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/supporting-struggling-math-students-means-building-their-number-sense-and-confidence/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/middle-and-high-school-math-how-to-get-struggling-learners-on-track School districts are rolling out myriad strategies to support secondary students in math as they attempt to move from core skills to more complex topics. Mon, 04 May 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/middle-and-high-school-math-how-to-get-struggling-learners-on-track https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/fractions-scuttle-many-students-math-ambitions-new-models-can-clear-the-way/2026/05 Pre-algebraic skills and basic operations also are stumbling blocks, the EdWeek Research Center finds. Mon, 04 May 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/fractions-scuttle-many-students-math-ambitions-new-models-can-clear-the-way/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/what-schools-should-do-to-pump-up-the-deflated-math-skills-of-older-students/2026/05 Research offers guidance on supporting teenagers who struggle with foundational skills. Mon, 04 May 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/what-schools-should-do-to-pump-up-the-deflated-math-skills-of-older-students/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/elementary-math-has-been-in-focus-but-middle-and-high-school-students-struggles-are-daunting/2026/05 An EdWeek Research Center survey finds that educators see older students' lack of progress in the subject as an acute problem. Mon, 04 May 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/elementary-math-has-been-in-focus-but-middle-and-high-school-students-struggles-are-daunting/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/middle-school-assistant-principal-of-the-year-is-tackling-student-anxiety/2026/04 How William Toungette created a supportive school environment. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:05:10 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/middle-school-assistant-principal-of-the-year-is-tackling-student-anxiety/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/a-new-approach-to-algebra-in-8th-grade-seems-to-produce-big-benefits/2026/04 Middle schoolers who took grade-level math and Algebra 1 together benefited, a study finds. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:46:15 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/a-new-approach-to-algebra-in-8th-grade-seems-to-produce-big-benefits/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/building-for-the-future-igniting-middle-schoolers-interest-in-skilled-trades-amp-future-ready-skills Ignite middle schoolers’ interest in skilled trades with hands-on learning and real-world projects that build future-ready skills. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/building-for-the-future-igniting-middle-schoolers-interest-in-skilled-trades-amp-future-ready-skills https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-assistant-principals-build-stronger-school-communities/2026/03 From middle to high school, assistant principals share what they've done to increase engagement and better student behavior. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 22:33:55 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-assistant-principals-build-stronger-school-communities/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/what-3-top-principals-do-so-students-feel-like-they-belong-at-school/2026/03 Principals use belonging, mentorship, and creative incentives to boost attendance. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 20:38:50 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/what-3-top-principals-do-so-students-feel-like-they-belong-at-school/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-3-big-changes-my-school-is-making-to-boost-math-achievement/2026/02 It’s time for math educators to look inward to keep what's working and fix what's not. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:46:38 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-3-big-changes-my-school-is-making-to-boost-math-achievement/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-two-award-winning-educators-created-schoolwide-systems-for-academic-support/2026/02 Boosting student achievement should be a building-wide mission, they say. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 22:11:49 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-two-award-winning-educators-created-schoolwide-systems-for-academic-support/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/want-to-improve-tweens-social-skills-enlist-senior-citizens-help/2026/01 When a middle school was built adjacent to a retirement community, unlikely friendships grew. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/want-to-improve-tweens-social-skills-enlist-senior-citizens-help/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/supporting-older-struggling-readers-tips-from-research-and-practice Reading problems are widespread among adolescent learners. Find out how to help students with gaps in foundational reading skills. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/supporting-older-struggling-readers-tips-from-research-and-practice https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/what-happens-when-middle-and-high-schoolers-still-struggle-to-read/2025/12 When it comes to reading, teachers and experts alike say that many older students still struggle with the basics. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 20:11:37 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/what-happens-when-middle-and-high-schoolers-still-struggle-to-read/2025/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/k-12-essentials-forum/supporting-struggling-readers-in-middle-and-high-school Join this free virtual event to learn more about policy, data, research, and experiences around supporting older students who struggle to read. Thu, 11 Dec 2025 19:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/k-12-essentials-forum/supporting-struggling-readers-in-middle-and-high-school https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/do-cellphone-bans-curb-teacher-burnout/2025/11 Researchers examined the impact on teachers in two middle schools. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 20:13:04 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/do-cellphone-bans-curb-teacher-burnout/2025/11 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/when-older-students-cant-read-how-this-middle-school-is-tackling-literacy/2025/11 Structured literacy classes at a New Hampshire middle school have helped some students crack the code. Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/when-older-students-cant-read-how-this-middle-school-is-tackling-literacy/2025/11