Children entering middle school face many adjustments.
Their new schools are larger, there are many more teachers, and the requirements are more demanding. It is important, therefore, that the child have a successful beginning. The period of adolescence is difficult enough. If the teacher can help the parent and child improve lines of communication and begin middle school in a positive manner then perhaps the transition can be easier and the period of adolescence less difficult. The unit itself is a one month orientation program designed to help parents and children begin the middle school experience in an organized manner.