We held our middle school student-led conferences in December which meant lots of preparation during an already busy time of year. Feeling crunched for time, I set out to create some new student forms that would guide my 6th graders through the self-reflection process. The timing works out pretty well, since we all try to do some self-reflection at the start of a new year. Although I used this in December, I think it would fit nicely for a New Years Reflection project during the first week back from holiday break. I can think of a few resolutions I wish my students would make!!
Using four forms that had a newspaper-style appearance, we created “Middle School Me” booklets using 11 x 17 paper. The booklet then became a portfolio folder, in which we collected some work samples to be discussed at the meeting. Students looked forward to completing and coloring their booklet, and I certainly appreciated all the information being in one location come conference day. Check it out!
