NCMLE 'Moving the Middle Forward'

Thank you Y Muchas Gracias @NCMiddle and @heroichistory22 for inviting this Texan to your conference for another year. I learned alot from the high caliber presentors and my session was fun. @strobeled @Beyond_the_Desk @CharlePeck @Joshua__Stamper @PrincipalKafele Great Sessions!

It was an honor to present to NC school leaders at the 2026 NCMLE Conference! @NCMiddle

*Write down 3 things you are greatful for to help rewire your brain *Create a ripple of hope Add Kim to your social media network IRON SHARPENS IRON #MovingtheMiddleForward @NCMiddle @strobeled @heroichistory22

*We need to support overwhelmed educators *Educators do not understand what students are facing at home *It's crucial you meet students at the door *You can reach a students brain through the heart IRON SHARPENS IRON #MovingtheMiddleForward @heroichistory22 @NCMiddle

*30-31 years for males. *When we don't know something we fill in the missing part with negativity *Need 3 positive experiences for 1 negative event *Students need 60 seconds at the start of class to get centered *The power of listening is the most important signal @NCMiddle

Got to meet this incredible educator of the year in North Carolina, and a recent author! @NCMiddle #MovingTheMiddleForward

Day 2 @NCMiddle Session 3 @PrincipalKafele A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN INSTRUCTIONAL LEADER *You have to coach everyone *What does your day look like and what do you do to lead instruction. *Be mindful of your delivery and presentation *How you place yourself matters

CLI is grateful for the leaders at @NCMiddle who believe middle school is not a waiting room. It is a critical stage of growth. Together, we are building schools where middle schoolers are challenged, supported, and recognized for who they are.

@NCMiddle put on a spectacular conference! Big thanks to the entire conference team, including @heroichistory22! @JulieSHasson @CharlePeck @JTSPOTLIGHTS @DrLMNelson @Joshua__Stamper @DarrinMPeppard @SteeleThoughts @psloanjoseph @strobeled @Techbradwaid @FreebirdsShire +more!

Day 3 @NCMiddle Session 1 @Beyond_the_Desk *Students ask themselves "Am I safe in this classroom" *Students can't learn when the amygdala is in control. *A good "defense" in class set routines and expectations *Small things have a cumulative effect *Delivery of instruction

@NCMiddle attendees! We are looking forward to seeing you today!

NCMLE 2026 was a blast! Grateful to share powerful stories from schools across NC. Huge shoutout to Hayesville MS and Heritage MS for preparing students to lead with flexibility, empathy, and critical thinking. And always a bonus running into familiar faces! @NCMiddle

Thank you @NCMiddle for another impactful conference for teachers and leaders! 🔥 💃

What a great experience presenting at @NCMiddle with @m_liddle99! Grateful for the chance to share, connect, and learn with other educators! 🧡 #MovingTheMiddleForward

Thankful for the opportunity to present @NCMiddle on Inclusive Teaching Without a Co-Teacher w/ @DPannell_7 ! Thank you to everyone who attended our session! 🐺✨ #MovingTheMiddleForward

It was a powerful message of vulnerability, hope, and happiness from 2026 NCMLE Conference keynote speaker @strobeled this morning! 😊🧡💃 #MovingTheMiddleForward

Join us in the Symphony Ballroom NOW for our conference keynote with Kim Sabelhaus Strobel! #MovingTheMiddleForward

We capped off day #1 of the 2026 NCMLE Conference with trivia! Congratulations to our winners…The Smart Team! 🧠🎯 Thank you to our Trivia Night sponsor @ParticipateLrng We are back in the hotel social lounge tonight with a Monday Night Mixer and Music with @ImagineLearning!

Day 1 in the books of @NCMiddle Conference. So many great leaders & experts w/North Texas @MPA_GOJAGUARS in the room bringing the fire @Beyond_the_Desk @JulieSHasson @PrincipalKafele @DarrinMPeppard @DrChrisCulver @ChadDumas @CharlePeck @Joshua__Stamper @_mrcwilliams

Such an honor to be with so many talented educators! #MovingTheMiddleForward