Citation

Wellenreiter BR. Middle Sch. J. 2018; 49(2): 10-15.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2018, The Association for Middle Level Education (AMLE), Publisher Informa - Taylor and Francis)

DOI

10.1080/00940771.2017.1413272

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Non-classroom school spaces such as cafeterias, hallways, and locker rooms have complex structures that require analysis to maintain or improve school climate. Middle level educators are encouraged to observe, question, and evaluate rules and procedures to ensure these spaces are safe and socially just. Educators should work to view these spaces through student-centered lenses, trust student perspectives regarding these spaces, and define vague terms used in stated rules and procedures of these spaces. Middle level educators are encouraged to employ their experiences as young adolescents, conduct observations, ask critical questions, and interact with students and other professionals when analyzing non-classroom school spaces.

Language: en

Keywords

middle school; school climate; student perspective