Middle school is one of the most consequential stages of development. During these years, students are building the skills that shape how they make decisions, manage impulses, and regulate emotions. ...
Read MoreLast week, when the national news media picked up a story about a 2nd grader's idea for making recess work better at his school, Roundtown Elementary principal Matthew Miller contacted us right away. "I want you all to share in the excitement and celebrate this," he said, "because the idea of the Buddy Bench has its roots in Responsive Classroom and the positive environment we've created at Roundtown. We would not be where we are without you!"