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Middle Grades Innovation & Redesign
Our Mission
We are committed to redesigning all middle èßäÊÓƵs through shifts in systems and policies, redefining the student experience, and supporting èßäÊÓƵs with solving persistent problems of practice, to provide equitable opportunities and outcomes for èßäÊÓƵ, particularly Black and Native èßäÊÓƵ.
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What is Middle Grades Redesign?
is a set of practices, initiatives, and approaches that guide concurrent pilots to be brought to scale across each middle èßäÊÓƵ and K-8 èßäÊÓƵ (for 6-8th grade èßäÊÓƵ) by the end of Spring 2026. The plan consists of these five priority areas outlined below.
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Racial Equity and Social Justice
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Culturally Specific Community Partnership and Engagement
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Restorative Justice Practices
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Leadership and Mentorship
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Student Advocacy/ Positive Cultural Identity Development
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Inclusive and Differentiated Teaching and Learning
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Engaging Standards Aligned Instruction + Responsive Classrooms
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Student Voice and Choice, including Project-Based Learning & Digital Portfolio
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Equitable Grading and Assessment
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Professional Excellence and Support
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PLCs and Structured Planning and Collaboration
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Professional Learning and Support
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Interdisciplinary Teaming and 8th Grade Success
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Embracing Change
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Effective Transitions (5th-6th & 8th-9th)
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Commitment to Continuous Improvement
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Innovative Scheduling
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Integrated and Adolescent Supports
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Middle Grades Programs- Co and Extra Curriculars (8th Grade Capstone/ Field Trip)
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College and Career Readiness
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Social Emotional and Mental Health
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