Middle childhood and early adolescence – ages 6 to 13 – is an important phase of life that includes physical, emotional and cognitive changes as well as shifts in peer and adult relationships. It is a window of opportunity in which positive development can be supported to set the stage for successful development in adolescence and adulthood. Learning from children directly— in their own voices—provides actionable data to support the design and implementation of programs, practices and policies that promote children’s social and emotional health and well-being. 

Middle Years Development Instrument (MDI) data are used by school systems and broader community partners, along with families and the children themselves, to work collectively toward positive change during this important transitional time in children’s lives.

Parents may wish to preview the MDI Grade 6-8 Survey Questions. 

Link to Survey >> HERE