Summary

Melissa Harvey, Principal at Bobby Summers Middle School, discusses her focus on teacher retention and onboarding, as well as the importance of building relationships and creating a positive school culture. She highlights the use of professional learning communities (PLCs) and AI technology to enhance learning and student engagement. Melissa also emphasizes the value of incorporating student voice into decision-making and creating opportunities for student leadership. The best thing about middle school for her is the energy, laughter, and daily surprises that come with working with young students.

Takeaways

• Focus on teacher retention and onboarding to create a dedicated and talented staff
• Build relationships and create a positive school culture to keep staff engaged and valued
• Utilize professional learning communities (PLCs) and AI technology to enhance learning and student engagement
• Incorporate student voice into decision-making and provide opportunities for student leadership
• Middle school is filled with energy, laughter, and daily surprises