This exploratory study examined the experiences of middle school students in an urban two-way bilingual education (TWBE) program. Through the lens of students' sense of belonging, the study examined how middle school students described their experiences being enrolled in a TWBE program at the primary and secondary level. Data sources included a…

The science of learning and development demonstrates that when young people maintain positive school-based relationships, their learning and well-being is supported and enhanced. This brief elevates the practices and approaches that secondary school educators and staff can use to put relationships and caring at the center of their practice. It…

Purpose: In the face of constant and rapid development achieving a work--life balance requires highly qualified and motivated professionals who can deal with stress and the demands of the future. In response, by facilitating school- and work-based learning, upper secondary vocational education and training (VET) prepares and qualifies adolescents…

Recounts several comically stressful situations commonly encountered by high school English teachers. (MM)

Ten articles profile seven physical education teachers who, in the face of overwhelming odds, have managed to create and sustain programs which, if not ideal, are monuments to effort, ingenuity, and courage. Common themes are analyzed and recommendations are made. (MT)

Describes how eight English teachers' hobbies enrich their teaching. (RS)

The main findings were that, in its present form, the Staff Morale Questionnaire is not suitable to measure teacher morale in England, that there is a need for future research into teacher morale, and that older teachers apparently display higher morale than younger teachers. (Author)

Recounts one teacher's experiences during the week before the beginning of school and expresses concern over the large amount of time allotted for meetings and the smaller amount allotted for preparation and planning of instructional materials and activities. (SRT)

Explains how a high school newspaper staff raised money by preparing and selling special editions whenever a school team or organization was involved in a special event. (FL)

How one principal used the six-step problem-solving process--research, rank, plan, implement, evaluate, and publicize--to improve the faculty morale, student spirit, and discipline of a high school previously wracked with racial problems, violence, and community distrust. (MLF)

Criticizes Herbert K. Heger's article in the same issue of the journal. Argues that Heger's analysis and suggestions for solving the serious problem of teacher burnout are inadequate. Proposes changes in workplace environment and administrative support as solutions. (HB)

School climate improvements rely either on changes in the school's culture or changes in perceptions of the climate held by the school's employees and clients. To maintain and develop a culture that is supportive of school effectiveness, it is important to monitor the influence of the school's climate on student outcomes. The National Association…

An Australian principal points out reasons for low morale and high stress among teachers. (MD)

One teacher's bittersweet account of the last day of school before summer vacation. (JT)

Describes a teacher's experiences in working with student teachers. Notes that the experiences have been continually rewarding but not always easy. States that the teacher feels renewed, revitalized, and reassured after working with student teachers. (RS)