The KMSA was founded in 1976, just three years after the National Middle School Association. It encompasses teachers, administrators, college students, state department personnel, teacher educators, and parents - all possessing an interest in the education of young adolescents - from nearly every country in the state. It is governed by a Board of Directors composed of elected Officers, Regional Representatives and a State Department Consultant.

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KMSA OBJECTIVES
The Objectives of the Kentucky Middle School Association are:

1. To promote the involvement of concerned individuals with the development and growth of middle level education.
2. To facilitate communication relative to the middle level education movement among the membership and public.
3. To promote and sponsor various types of forums to share ideas and innovations which are designed to improve middle level education.
4. To promote middle level education as a distinct and necessary entity in the structure of Kentucky education.
5. To represent middle level education in professional and public discussions of policies and proposed action that may affect middle level programs.
6. To promote the preparation of middle grade teachers, counselors, principals, and administrators and to promote continuing professional development programs.

Middle schools have never experienced the attention and emphasis which is now evident in all areas. Join KMSA., and together we can be a strong force for better middle level education in Kentucky!