We are the Association of Illinois Middle Grade Schools, the state affiliate of AMLE and the National Forum. Let's Network, Collaborate, and Grow Together! The mission of the AIMS Network is to promote educational excellence through leadership, policy devel AIMS IS COMMITTED TO EXEMPLARY PROGRAMS, PRACTICES AND POLICIES THAT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS, FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES WHO EDUCATE ADOLESCENT STUDENTS, TYPICALLY AGES 10-15, AND THEIR TRANSITIONS. AIMS TAKES THE LEADERSHIP ROLE IN BUILDING, PROMOTING AND PRESERVING EXCELLENCE AND EQUITY IN PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION FOR MIDDLE-LEVEL EDUCATION PROFESSIONALS.