This We Believe - How it Works in Schools
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This We Believe

How it Works in Schools

NMSA's position paper This We Believe has come to be recognized as the best articulation of the middle school concept, the accepted standard. A position paper speaks in visionary generalizations; moving the ideals into actual practice is a demanding task that has to be undertaken if needed and fundamental changes are to be made. After publishing the 2003 edition of our position paper, This We Believe: Successful Schools for Young Adolescents, NMSA published the book and DVD, This We Believe in Action: Implementing Successful Middle Level Schools. This book includes policies, programs, and practices that are effective in developing the talents, skills, knowledge, and character of young adolescents. The accompanying DVD provides vivid scenes, interviews, and narrative from classrooms around the country to highlight how each school meets its students' needs.

NMSA is currently developing a user's guide and other support materials to complement the newest edition of This We Believe. The resource This We Believe in Action remains a valuable resource for those seeking to provide the best possible educational experiences for their students.

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