MIDDLE LEVEL EDUCATION MONTH (continued)

For Students:

1. Student Leadership Challenge: Encourage students to take on leadership roles in their school community by leading service projects or mentoring younger students.
2. Peer Recognition Program: Set up a “Shoutout Board” where students can write positive notes recognizing their peers.
3. Middle School Memory Wall: Have students and staff share favorite middle school memories on a collaborative display.
4. STEM or Literacy Challenges: Organize fun competitions like science fairs, reading challenges, or math puzzles to engage students academically.

For Families & Communities:

1. Family Night Events: Host an open house, game night, or showcase to bring families together and celebrate middle-level education.
2. Community Service Projects: Encourage students to participate in volunteer activities that give back to their local community.
3. Social Media Spotlights: Share student and teacher stories, achievements, and learning experiences using hashtags like #MLEM or #MiddleLevelMatters.
4. Parent-Teacher Connections: Organize a discussion forum or workshop for parents on supporting middle schoolers' academic and social-emotional needs.