Chapter 17: The Truth About Middle School Students

Abstract

This chapter is all about the media's view of young adolescents. The media only focuses on the negative aspects, not the achievements that Wormelli listed at the beginning of this chapter. I'm glad that he brags about his student's accomplishments because someone seriously should. Wormelli understands the importance of knowing your students. We have to be patient and be willing to play multiple roles in our students' lives. We have to take pride in what they do and who they are so they will be motivated to keep up the good work.

Reflection

This might just be my favorite chapter so far. The graffiti wall is a brilliant idea and I certainly plan on implementing it in my classroom. Not only does it allow students to express themselves, but it creates a wall of adolescent wisdom that will always be there when someone needs a little motivation or a good giggle. I also really liked his point about his troublesome student's success after middle school. It just goes to show how young adolescents are still growing up and some may take longer than others.