A 2-part developmental program consisting of a Dropout Component and a K-12 Component, this project is designed to provide a comprehensive and innovative vocational education program for the disadvantaged population of North Central Colorado as well as to provide a broad occupational orientation to increase students' awareness of the range of options open to them in the world of work. Through systematic and cooperative recruitment, participants are chosen and provided counseling, work experience, and relevant instructional program training. Support is further strengthened through the aid of an Advisory Committee. Some of the project's accomplishments are: (1) a functional unit whereby potential and actual dropouts can be identified in the 15 school district area has been refined, (2) more varied opportunities for disadvantaged youth to explore numerous occupational areas prior to entering formal instructional programs at Aims College have been provided, (3) a network for the distribution of career information and instructional units within the service area has been developed, and (4) a series of career education workshops for elementary and secondary teachers has been successfully operated. Conclusions, implications, and recommendations are included as well as a report by an evaluation team. (SN)