The Pennsylvania Middle School Association (PMSA) was first organized in 1975 under the name, Western Pennsylvania League of Middle Schools.  This organization’s purpose was to improve education for student of middle school age (10-14 years).  In 1977, the Western Pennsylvania League of Middle Schools became an affiliate of the National Middle School Association.  From its inception, through the incorporation in 2003, PMSA has strived to promote learning strategies and techniques for all middle level students.

To find out how to become involved in Pennsylvania’s premier middle level education program contact:

Mr. Leonard R. Ference

Mechanicsburg Middle School

1750 S. Broad St.

Mechanicsburg, PA  17055

717-691-2462 ~ lference@mbgsd.org
Text Box: “Middle School should be an experience center. Students should experience as many things as possible in an exploratory manner. Middle Schools should not be rigid and institutionalized. It should be open and receptive to new ideas.” Dr. Donald Eichhorn - Pennsylvania educator and leader of the Middle School movement

Since its inception in 1973, National Middle School Association (NMSA) has been a voice for those committed to the educational and developmental needs of young adolescents. NMSA is the only national education association dedicated exclusively to the growth of middle level education.

With over 30,000 members representing principals, teachers, central office personnel, professors, college students, parents, community leaders, and educational consultants across the United States, Canada, and 46 other countries, NMSA welcomes and provides support to anyone interested in the health and education of young adolescents.  Additionally, NMSA provides professional development, journals, books, research, and other valuable information to assist educators on an ongoing basis.