With detailed examples of best practices from middle schools across the country, this book features research-based strategies and suggestions for transition programs. It covers the roles of school principals, counselors, classroom teachers, and the central office.

Patrick Akos, J. Allen Queen, Christopher Lineberry

Chapter 1 An Overview of School Transitions; Chapter 2 The Developmental Transition of Starting Middle School; Chapter 3 The Systemic and Ecological Transition in Starting Middle School; Chapter 4 Important Themes in the Transition into Middle School; Chapter 5 Activities and Strategies for Implementing Transition Programs; Chapter 6 How Educators Can Ease the Transition