In this section you will find helpful articles, tips, links and general middle school information.  Keep checking for updated materials.

ABC's of 1st Year Teachers - a fun guide for first year teachers 

Glossary of Middle School Terms - a quick reference guide to middle school terminology developed by AIMS staff.

Illinois Learning Standards - The Illinois State Board of Education has a complete listing of the Illinois State Learning Standards on its website.  AIMS has taken the middle grades information and created an attractive easy-to-use flipchart for easy teacher reference.  Call the office (217.333.7104) to see how you can get a copy.

IM Language - Have you ever wondered what your student/child is saying online or texting?  This brief guide will help you figure out what those weird letter combinations mean. For a more comprehensive list check out this website.

Instructional Strategies - Varied classroom strategies are outlined in the following guides.

Tips for Parents and Educators (NMSA) - Get your year started with these valuable tips for parents and educators from National Middle School Association.