Response to inquiry on status of programs on alcohol in Los Angeles schools. Comments on lack of adequately trained leadership personnel, continual creation of crash programs and need to incorporate health education into total curriculum. (CJ)

Describes the community programs initiated in Rockland, Massachusetts to deal with drug abuse. (KH)

Sets forth series of steps as approach to design of an educational activity. They include the need objectives, constraints, and model. Cites an existing program. (Author/CJ)

Brief discussion of problems engendered by hastily-contrived programs on drugs, together with suggested points to consider in devising acceptable program. Latter consist of: (a) long-term planning; (b) emphasis in elementary grades; (c) factual knowledge of, respect for drugs; (d) student involvement at secondary level. (CJ)

The project staff developed and evaluated nine instruction guides and tests, evaluated an innovative approach, conducted inservice staff education, constructed and refined pre and post-tests for all grades in five unified school districts. (Author)

Concepts synthesized from British and American literature were judged for applicability by selected education and health leaders. Responses to questionnaires are analyzed, and implications are discussed. Presented at Research Council of American School Health Association, Detroit, 1968. (CJ)

Developmental program was well received by parents, teachers, and children. It was felt that offering instruction to children at young age is advantageous because of their more academic approach to subject matter. (Author/CJ)

Discusses issues raised by irrational extreme groups, and suggests need for the schools to work with concerned parents to meet the developmental needs of young people. Presented at American School Health Association, November, 1969. (CJ)

Demonstrates potential of school nurse in aiding classroom teachers through presentations of units on family living, first aid, government, smoking as part of regular curriculum. (CJ)