NMSA Membership
National Middle School Association is dedicated to improving the educational experiences of young adolescents by providing vision, knowledge, and resources to all who serve them in order to develop healthy, productive, and ethical citizens.
If you are interested or involved in the education and well-being of young adolescents—regardless of the grade configuration of your school—we invite you to join National Middle School Association and its 30,000 members located around the world.
National Middle School Association is here to serve you …
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Teachers
- Principals
- Guidance counselors
- School and district administrators
- University professors & researchers
- Education consultants
- Collegiate students preparing to become educators
- Families and community members
Share the Vision
Since 1973, National Middle School Association has been the source for:
- Documented research
- Educational innovations
- Best practices
- Professional and staff development
- Highest quality publications
Being a part of National Middle School Association allows you to continually enhance your knowledge and professional growth to meet the ever-changing needs of young adolescents.
Professional and Staff Development
National Middle School Association (NMSA) has offered the highest quality professional development opportunities to middle level educators for over 30 years. In addition to the highly acclaimed Annual Conference—which draws nearly 10,000 educators each year—NMSA offers its Middle Level Essentials Conference, leadership institutes, and professional development programs customized for schools and districts at their location. Each of these offerings provides information and innovations that can be used immediately by educators in their professional settings.
Advocacy and Policy Development
National Middle School Association continues to strive to influence policymakers on issues pertaining to young adolescents and those that serve them. Through ongoing policy development and position statements, NMSA serves as the voice for middle level educators.
Leadership Development
In the education environment today, the role of school leaders has never been more important. National Middle School Association provides resources to principals and other school and district leaders to help them address the challenges of school improvement and student achievement. Whether it's through the leadership institute, Middle School Journal, the vast collection of professional books and multimedia, or other professional development resources, National Middle School Association is here to help school leaders meet and surpass today's expectations.
Resources for Teaching and Learning
National Middle School Association provides the most up-to-date resources and materials for parents, teachers, and administrators. Resources include instructional planning, leadership development, curriculum revision, teacher education, middle level concepts, and parent involvement.
Research Into Practice
Staying involved with the latest research and best practices is a must for anyone committed to the development of young adolescents. We provide research that can be applied to classroom settings or school-wide initiatives.
Family and Community Involvement
Keeping parents engaged in our schools is a must. National Middle School Association provides resources and information to help parents and schools understand young adolescent issues.