From Focus School to School of the Year: Mabelle B. Avery Middle School’s Success Story

Margot Martello's leadership at Mabelle B. Avery Middle School embodies a commitment to inclusivity and community engagement. A humble, compassionate leader who is always looking for new ways to learn and grow, Margot talks about her school's successful diversity efforts, the Operation Parent Handbook, and the tradition of annual themes, which helps unify the school community through service projects and shared values. With MBA's recent turnaround from Focus School to Middle School of the Year, Margot’s experiences offer a blueprint for effective school leadership.