The objectives of the conference were: (1) to identify the factors responsible for large numbers of students leaving Tennessee institutions of higher education before graduation; and (2) to promote correction of such factors on individual campuses. The proceedings consist of: (1) lists of the individual participants and the participating…

This book aims to inform science teachers of their legal rights and responsibilities. The roles of various federal, state and local authorities in educational legislation are described. The teacher's liability for student safety and for implementing the curriculum as prescribed by state and local regulation is defined, and suggestions are made for…

These NFPA recommendations are phrased in terms of performance or objectives, the intent being to permit the utilization of any methods, devices, or materials which will produce the desired results. The major topics included are--(1) extinguishing systems, (2) standpipe and hose systems, (3) wetting agents, (4) fire hydrants, (5) water charges for…

This publication lists summaries of grants made by the Office of Youth Development in Fiscal Year 1973 (July 1, 1972-June 30, 1973). For convenience, the summaries are listed alphabetically, by grantee, by State. An index categorizing the grant summaries by the types of services provided will be found at the end of the publication. The grants were…

In an effort to aid in the improvement of transportation safety, a workshop involving the efforts of transportation officials, operators, government officials, and educators was instituted to formulate policies for education and manpower training in the area. The proceedings, findings, and recommendations of the workshop team are presented in this…

This booklet presents articles completed in 1970 by the Division of Safety Education of the American Association for Health, Physical Education, and Recreation. The 11 articles deal with the following topics: a) the problem of apathy in safety education, b) the safety aspects of archery and riflery, c) weight training for high school girls, d)…

In the fall of 1971, 678 students, 11.5% of all full-time day students, failed to re-enroll at Hofstra University. For these withdrawers the average GPA and the majors selected were not different from that of the rest of the student body. There were, however, greater proportions of females, lower classmen, junior and senior transfers, and female…

This abstracted search reviews 42 documents retrieved from the ERIC collection, Dissertation Abstracts, and the journal literature, and covers techniques and school programs for education and prevention of drug abuse. (CJ)

Prepared by the Special Action Office for Drug Abuse Prevention, in conjunction with the National Clearinghouse for Drug Abuse Information, this directory lists state drug abuse prevention officials in three areas: drug education, law enforcement, and state drug programs. In addition, the governor for each state is noted. Included with each…

The pamphlet discusses methods of recognizing and responding to behavior that can culminate in suicide, with emphasis on adolescents and young adults. Incidence and types of behavior--self-assaultive, self-destructive, and suicidal--are described, clues to aid in the identification of potential suicides are provided, and ten preventive steps are…

Teachers at John F. Kennedy Senior High School carry a mechanical ultrasonic device that can summon security personnel in seconds. (MLF)

(Available from Security World Publishing Co., Inc., P.O. Box 272, Culver City, CA 90230; $2.00 single copy.)

A review is made of public health aspects of some arthropods that might be seen on a college or university campus. The diseases and infestations caused by mites, lice, bed bugs, fleas, and ticks are discussed. (JMF)

The addition of an attendance clerk and the implementation of a system that stresses the importance of attendance have worked well to reduce absenteeism at North Harford Senior High School in Pylesville, Maryland. (Author/MLF)

A student participatory model, developed to combat a drug problem, could be helpful in solving other school problems. (Author/MLF)