VIEW GALLERY: Centering Belonging at Collins Middle School
Under the leadership of Dean of Students and School Culture Terrell Greene, Collins Middle School sixth grade scholars gathered in two large circles Wednesday morning to discuss how they are affected when unkind situations arise. To put them in the right mindset, Mr. Greene and Student Support Advisor Giannis Panagiatopoulos engaged students in a game of ‘When the Wind Blows,’ spurring them to move seats and sit among different peers when presented with situations and how they were impacted.
Later, scholars formed small groups and were challenged with different scenarios — each offering instances of unkindness, disrespect, and/or negativity — which facilitated discussion about recognizing situations and taking leadership.
The purpose of the activity is to create a more conscious, kinder community in sixth grade, as well as to improve students capacity to recognize situations when unkindness and negativity happen. It aligns with the District’s 2023-26 Strategic Plan, particularly the core value of centering belonging.
