The Virginia Middle School Association is an alliance of individuals and organizations advocating for academic excellence in a supportive, equitable learning environment responsive to the diverse interests, talents, accomplishments, and needs of young adolescents.
VMSA provides information resources as well as a support network for those working with students in the middle grades. We strive to support and improve middle level education to meet the academic, physical, emotional, and social needs of young adolescents.
We provide proactive leadership in collaboration with state and national organizations, governmental agencies, and institutions of higher learning — promoting high expectations, varied learning activities, flexible structures, positive climates, and family-community partnerships.
High expectations and authentic, interdisciplinary learning that helps every young adolescent thrive.
Safe, healthy, relationship-centered schools designed for ages 10–15.
Access to quality programs for all students, using data to meet individual needs.
This dynamic annual event unites teachers, administrators, and advocates from across the Commonwealth for workshops, inspiring keynotes, and collaborative networking — all focused on empowering the unique needs of young adolescents. Join us to ignite ideas and elevate middle-level education!
Workshops on curriculum, classroom management, student support, and technology integration, plus keynote inspiration and statewide networking.
Identifies and celebrates schools demonstrating academic excellence, developmental responsiveness, and social equity — using data to drive continuous improvement.
AMLE Schools of Distinction celebrates commitment to best practices in The Successful Middle School: This We Believe, guiding self-assessment and strategic vision.
The Virginia Purple Star Designation honors schools showing major commitment to students and families connected to our nation's military. VMSA also certificates conference attendees annually.
We'd like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the generous sponsors of the Virginia Middle School Association. Their contributions make it possible to provide resources for our middle-level community of educators, students, and families.
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James Madison Universityjmu.eduFor general inquiries reach us at info@vmsa.org or use the form. Join today and become part of a dynamic network dedicated to empowering middle-level educators!
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