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Indiana Arizona | Arkansas | California | Colorado | Florida | Georgia | Illinois | Indiana | Kentucky | Michigan | New Jersey New York | North Carolina | Ohio | Oregon | Pennsylvania | South Carolina | Texas | Utah | Virginia State Director Susie Highley IMLEA_ED@iasp.org Participating Organizations Indiana Association of School Principals Indiana Middle Level Education Association 11025 E. 25th Street Indianapolis, IN 46229 317-759-4344 Email: IMLEA_ED@iasp.org State Website: https://imlea.org Joined National STW Program in 2009 Schools to Watch Application 2026 Application Instructions Indiana Schools to Watch Benjamin Franklin Middle School (2019, 2023) Cascade Middle School (2024) Center for Inquiry School 84 (2018, 2023) Christel House Academy South (2011) East Central Middle School (2018) East Washington Middle School (2019) Hazelwood Middle School (2015) Hebron Middle School (2012, 2022) Highland Hills Middle School (2015) Jac-Cen-Del Jr Sr High School (2018) Lebanon Middle School (2015) Northridge Middle School (2015, 2023) Plainfield Community Middle School (2023) Riverside Intermediate School Plymouth (2012, 2022) Rochester Middle School (2017, 2020, 2023) Scribner Middle School (2015) Shelbyville Middle School (2014, 2020) South Ripley Jr. High School (2016) Thomas Jefferson Middle School (2011, 2023) Triton Central Middle School (2010, 2020) Tri-West Middle School (2023, 2020, 2023) School Profiles Coming Soon

Attend the National Schools to Watch conference in June, in Washington D.C. Join us at the 2026 National Schools to Watch Conference , a one-of-a-kind event bringing together passionate middle-level educators from across the nation. This conference is rooted in the Schools to Watch (STW) model, showcasing specific practices and programs that are enhancing student learning and development. With inspiring keynote speakers, hands-on sessions, and peer-led learning opportunities, this event is designed to foster growth, connections, and inspiration. We invite you to be part of this unique journey of professional development and celebration! Register Today! Hill Visits DIY Guide Advocacy is a critical component of education policy and practice, and we want to help you make your voice heard on Capitol Hill. With our DIY Visit Guide , you can schedule and prepare for a meeting with your Senator or Representative during the National Schools to Watch Conference. Download it now and get ready to make an impact. Download Guide Conference Schedule Coming Soon! SCHOOLS TO WATCH AWARD CELEBRATIONS Bring your team and celebrate your success! Early Bird Register before March 13, 2026 Schools to Watch: $469 per person Non-STW: $489 per person Standard Rate Register between March 14, 2026 and May 18, 2026 Schools to Watch: $519 per person Non-STW: $539 per person Don't Be Late! Register between May 19, 2026 and the day of the event Schools to Watch: $569 per person Non-STW: $589 per person ALL ACTIVITIES TAKE PLACE AT: Crystal Gateway Marriott (not Crystal City) 1700 Richmond Hwy. Arlington, VA 22202 Special Room Rate: $275 plus taxes & fees Make your hotel reservations online Register Today! Apply Today! CALL FOR PRESENTERS For many teams, one of the best parts of the Schools to Watch recognition is sharing something that YOUR school does exceptionally well. What program or initiative stands out? What are you most proud of? What can you teach other schools from across the country to replicate at their sites? Please submit a presentation idea that is interactive, useful, and fun! Resource sharing (of templates, example schedules, etc.) is encouraged. Sessions are 45 minutes in length. Frequently asked questions Who should attend? ANYONE who is interested in learning from the best middle-level educators in the country. Why should I attend? There is not only one national conference created by middle level educators specifically designed for middle level educators ... but there is only ONE based on the Schools to Watch ® (STW) model! This one-of-a-kind event focuses on specific practices and programs that are enhancing student learning and development. The conference is organized around the following STW domains: Academic Excellence, Organizational Structures & Processes, Developmental Responsiveness, and Social Equity. What is Schools to Watch? Schools to Watch ® (STW) was designed by the National Forum . Criteria established by the Forum are used as the basis for the Schools to Watch Program, which focuses on school improvement efforts characterized by a continuous trajectory toward success. Get more information from your State Director or contact us . What is included with registration? Two-and-a-half days of professional learning, one awards celebration, keynote speakers, and one continental breakfast. What is the cancellation policy? ALL registrations are subject to the cancellation policy. Many conference-related fees are paid by the National Forum in advance, therefore, refunds will only be processed as follows: Prior to April 25, 2026, 15% fee; April 26, 2026 - May 25, 2026, 50% fee; after May 25, 2026, no refund. A colleague may substitute to avoid cancellation penalties. To make a substitution please email Kris with the new information. Registrations are not refundable 30 days prior to the event for any reason, including without limitation, no-show due to illness, acts of God, travel-related problems, acts of terrorism, public health emergencies or alerts, loss of employment, and/or duplicate purchases. National Forum will provide registration refunds and options in the event National Forum fully cancels the event. Can I attend if I am not from a Schools to Watch? Yes! All are welcome. Do you have sponsor or exhibit opportunities? Yes! Our carefully crafted sponsorship opportunities offer prime visibility and engagement. This is your chance to align your brand with excellence in education and leave a lasting impact on the Schools to Watch network. Information coming soon! Contact Maryam with any questions. Become a member today! Join