Describes the development of a teacher's renewed interest in teaching after transferring from a K-12 school to teaching the eighth grade. Discusses six points concerning the characteristics of eighth grade students. (RS)

Describes the collaboration between two teachers, involving six eighth grade and two ninth grade English classes, to present a unit reflecting the needs, hopes, and potential of the handicapped. Explains how volunteerism was incorporated into the classroom. Describes preparation, traveling to the Special Olympics State Basketball Tournament, class…