Middle School
The Power of the Middle School Years
Standing in front of a packed room, BU Wheelock Dean Penny A. Bishop asked a question: “How do people respond when they hear you work with, or are a parent of, middle schoolers?” The response, from the teachers, researchers, and parents attending the 2025 BU Wheelock Forum in March—themed “Thriving in the Middle School Years”—was […]
Shifting the Narrative on Middle School Youth
It’s a stage of adolescent development that’s marked by rapid change and challenges. Youth ages 10 to 15 are often overlooked in conversations about education and development. But it’s a time that’s also rich with potential for growth, identity formation, and resilience. The 2025 BU Wheelock Forum—Thriving in the Middle School Years—explored issues related to […]
2025 BU Wheelock Forum Photo Gallery
The 2025 BU Wheelock Forum: Thriving in the Middle School Years, examined the period of early adolescence from the ages of 10–15. Attendees heard from speakers from across the country as they dove into the complexities of this key time in development and the ways we can all work together to help students thrive. Learn […]