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Edward B. Olsen; James D. Wyant; Emi Tsuda; Kyoung Kim; Mia Weiser – Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 2025
Purpose: This study explored school administrators' perceptions and experiences in planning and implementing recess policies and practices in New Jersey middle schools. Method: A total of 168 surveys and 19 semistructured interviews were conducted on school administrators. The survey data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Semistructured…
Descriptors: Middle Schools, Administrators, Administrator Attitudes, Recess Breaks
Janine Casella – ProQuest LLC, 2024
This action research study aims to identify and address equity gaps within a PK-8 New Jersey school by leading a professional learning community (PLC). The study will use action research methods to conduct an educational equity audit, which will inform the annual school plan and create a leadership action plan to stimulate organizational change.…
Descriptors: Equal Education, Action Research, Audits (Verification), Educational Planning
Sakowski, Kathryn – Online Submission, 2019
Executive function (EF) skills are cognitive processes that include goal setting, organizing, prioritizing, flexibly shifting attention, accessing working memory, and self-monitoring behavior and progress (Meltzer, 2018). These skills are integral in promoting students' ability to self-regulate their learning, solve problems, and work…
Descriptors: Executive Function, Art Education, Elementary School Students, Student Behavior
Brodzik, Michael C. – ProQuest LLC, 2012
This Executive Position Paper is a one-to-one laptop implementation plan for Pittsgrove Township Schools that can be used as a template for other districts with similar interests. Each of the three chapters fulfills a major purpose. In Chapter One the paper is designed to substantiate the need for the Pittsgrove Township School District to…
Descriptors: School Districts, Position Papers, Laptop Computers, Program Implementation
Gentile, David N. – ProQuest LLC, 2010
This research project explored the transition from a traditional model to a Professional Learning Community model in a NJ Middle School. The administration overcame obstacles during the transition such as scheduling conflicts, teacher apathy, and resistance. This action research study gathered data to determine how to best structure the…
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Scheduling, School Culture, Action Research
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Turnbull, Barbara; Mee, Janet – Educational Research and Evaluation, 2003
This study is intended as a resource and a tool for those involved in the evaluation, monitoring, or self-review of school management teams. The information presented is based on first-hand experiences of n = 838 elementary and middle school teachers from 55 schools who were directly involved with the implementation and operations of school…
Descriptors: Questionnaires, Teacher Participation, Middle School Teachers, Administrative Organization