This investigation represents an effort to evaluate the use of behavior modification techniques in a social (field) setting. The attempt was made to decrease anti- and non-social behaviors while increasing pro-social behaviors in 10 fifth and sixth graders. Data indicated that the techniques could be successful in an open environment. (NG)

The Pendleton Project residential service is a short term intensive care alternative to the long term, costly, and ineffective non-community based institutional model for treating children and families suffering from behavior problems. The residential services are designed to develop community competency from the vantage point of its unique…

The objectives of this exemplary career orientation program were to provide children in Grades 3-6 with opportunities to: (1) broaden their occupational aspirations and self-image, (2) develop the concept of the dignity of work and pride in workmanship, (3) identify community problems, explore alternative solutions, and contribute to improvement…

Examines the Friedens Haus coalition of St. Louis (Missouri) and its partnership with Clay Elementary School designed to address educational inequities and meet inner-city community needs. The article describes the interventions used to address inequities and provides an evaluation of the coalition's efforts as a community education model. (GR)

This paper describes and evaluates the Blalock FIRST (Fund for the Improvement and Reform of Schools and Teaching) project, a 3-year, federally funded project based in an elementary school that serves mainly female-headed, African-American families who receive government assistance and live in public housing. The Blalock FIRST project seeks to…