Describes how the author worked with some rural Texas school districts to help plan and implement career guidance programs. A plan for developing an exemplary career guidance model for rural youth is also discussed. (CT)

Describes an evaluation of state career education plans funded by the Office of Career Education. The survey covered common planning problems, problems with funding and legislation, and implementation of plans (objectives, involvement of state education boards, and allocation of funds). (CT)

Describes the development and implementation of a career guidance program for delinquent youth in residential-treatment settings. The program's goals are to acquire knowledge of strengths and weaknesses, interests and values, use resources to gain knowledge of the working world, acquire decision-making skills, work with others, and develop job…