TITLE

The kids are alright

AUTHOR(S)

Fohey, Rose Ann

PUB. DATE

November 1996

SOURCE

Teacher Magazine;Nov/Dec96, Vol. 8 Issue 3, p48

SOURCE TYPE

Periodical

DOC. TYPE

Editorial

ABSTRACT

Opinion. Comments on the negative media publicity received by middle schools. Portrayal of middle schools as huge beasts; Expectations from children and parents; Experiences in school.

ACCESSION #

9611215071

Tags: MIDDLE schools

 

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