Mission | Maine Association for Middle Level Education

MAMLE's Mission Statement

Maine Association for Middle Level Education

The Maine Association for Middle Level Education (MAMLE) is the professional organization of teachers, administrators, students, parents and others who share a commitment to young adolescent youngsters, ages 10-15. Established in 1987, MAMLE's purpose is to promote developmentally responsive education for young adolescents.

As an association, we believe...

... that young adolescents undergo profound changes in intellectual, physical and emotional development. These changes require schools with programs and learning opportunities that are responsive to the developmental needs of 10-15 year olds.
... that those working with young adolescents must understand and be sensitive to the unique needs of this age group in order to ensure their intellectual, physical, and emotional growth.
... that all young adolescents can learn and will respond to high academic expectations when they participate actively in their own learning.
... that learning about and responding to the individual and group interests and needs of students enhances their academic success.

MAMLE Goals...

... to set high standards to increase and improve the educational opportunities for young adolescents by assisting schools, homes, and agencies.
... to promote middle level practices as most appropriate for meeting the needs of students as they make the transition from elementary to high school.
... to promote forums to disseminate information about middle level education which models best practices for the developmental needs of young adolescents.
... to develop a statewide vision for middle level education based on exemplary practices responsive to the needs of young adolescents.
... to advocate for middle level certification.