Making the Case for Minimum Expectations

Student apathy is one of the most common reasons for student failure. How do we reduce apathy and increase student achievement? Set "Minimum Expectations" for students and achievement will increase! The book reviews and introduces the "Minimum Expectation" program currently in practice in the Dr. George F. Mack Middle School in Walton New York. In addition, the book reviews how the program can benefit K-12. The book is a guide to school personnel looking for a practical method of increasing student success without the added cost of additional personnel or expensive supplemental programs.

Michael MacDonald has been a substitute teacher, math teacher, special education teacher, vice principal, high school principal, and middle school principal. He began his education career in 1993 and has been working in the Walton Central School District throughout his career. He has been the principal of The Dr. George F. Mack since 2003 replacing his mentor, Jim Hoover upon his retirement. Consultant service inquiries: mmacdonald08@yahoo.com