Discusses programs aimed at lowering the dropout rate of minority engineering students. (MLH)

After a short historical background, sources of information on reactive chemical hazards are discussed, along with reasons why these sources are not being tapped, particularly in academic laboratories, and some underlying principles. (BB)

After identifying the characteristics of students who are likely to drop out, the authors introduced several techniques to help the students. (Author/MLF)

The article briefly reviews and endorses the Youth Services System (YSS) in Pennsylvania (which treats juvenile delinquency), and discusses the YSS Youth Needs Survey (a tool which identifies critical areas to assist in the planning of delinquency intervention programs). (DLS)

The article provides practical advice for teachers in preventing nutrition related learning problems. (PHR)

The article discusses the early identification and prevention of unusual childrearing practices, which constitute a less noticeable form of child abuse and neglect that often results in various emotional and learning problems. Journal availability: see EC 111 296. (DLS)

The Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge campus, has a preventive maintenance program whose activities are scheduled by computer, resulting in savings of over $200,000 per year. (Author)

Unsafe academic chemistry departments are a result of a lack of incentive, ignorance of the hazards, historical perspective, and a lack of funds. A program implemented at Wright State University to overcome these obstacles is described. (BB)

The purpose of this study was a close comparison of the academic profiles of delinquents and nondelinquents. It is concluded that corrective and preventive measures used with the academically deficient child might reduce the chances of school personnel contributing to delinquency. (JD)

Requiring students to deposit their school identification cards at a desk inside the door of the learning center and locking all doors except one reduced vandalism at East High School in Salt Lake City, Utah. (Author/MLF)

Designing a security system to meet the specific needs of an institution is a matter of professionalism. (Author)

Security in buildings ranges from simple locks to elaborate electronic systems. Most buildings do not need the level of sophistication it is possible to achieve. A survey of these products, however, is appropriate to appreciate their potential and variety. (Author/MLF)

The director of security for the Aurora Public Schools tells how the department he built has cut crime. (Author/MLF)

This article describes a program that offers pregnant schoolgirls a comprehensive educational and health program. (JD)