Transitions into High School
Presenters:
John R. Nori | John Q. Easton | Georgeanne Oxnam | Linda Creek | Moderator: Monica Martinez
This session discusses the importance of a successful transition from middle school to high school, with a special focus on the ninth grade year. Presenters provide a dynamic panel offering the latest research and concrete strategies to assist with this critical transition for students.
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John R. Nori, Director, Instructional Leadership Resources, National Association of Secondary School Principals
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| John R. Nori, Director, Instructional Leadership Resources, National Association of Secondary School Principals |
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John R. Nori from the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) shares survey results from “A Voice from the Middle,” a survey administered to middle grade students about their perceptions. In addition, he highlights NASSP’s recommendation to assist students with a smooth transition.
John Q. Easton, Executive Director, Consortium on Chicago School Research
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| John Q. Easton, Executive Director, Consortium on Chicago School Research |
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John Q. Easton discusses the importance of engaging students in the transition into high school and shares telling data on how being "on track” relates to completion of high school.
Georgeanne Oxnam, Consultant, Appalachia Regional Comprehensive Center, Edvantia, Inc.
Linda Creek, Middle Grade Coordinator, Tennessee Department of Education
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| Georgeanne Oxnam, Consultant, Appalachia Regional Comprehensive Center, Edvantia, Inc. |
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Georgeanne Oxam and Linda Creek share the Appalachia Regional Comprehensive Center’s comprehensive plan in assisting the state of Tennessee in building capacity at the state department. This presentation provides concrete examples being implemented in Tennessee to help students successfully bridge middle to high school.
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| Linda Creek, Middle Grade Coordinator, Tennessee Department of Education |
Moderator: Monica Martinez, Vice President for Education Strategy, KnowledgeWorks Foundation
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| Moderator: Monica Martinez, Vice President for Education Strategy, KnowledgeWorks Foundation |
Monica Martinez sets the stage for a very engaging conversation in looking at this issue from the national, state, and local perspectives.
