The first portion of this paper focuses upon the historical significance of Black parent-school relationships; the latter centers upon strategies for improving communications between Catholic school educators and Black parents of exceptional children. It is part of a theme issue on disabilities. (Author/SJL)

An AGB-sponsored study of Catholic colleges shows laicization of Catholic college governing boards has become extensive in scope and positive in impact, contributing to institutional survival potential without diluting the Catholic mission. (JMF)

The planners at the Symposium on Catholic Education in San Francisco in 1976 structured the meeting and events leading up to the meeting to produce policy recommendations which would guide the progress of Catholic education during the next five to ten years. Comments on the process by which these recommendations came about. (Author/RK)

Discusses the success of Nebraska's St. Cecilia's Elementary School in obtaining computers due to the volunteer efforts of parents who donated money or time to the school. Suggests fund- raising ideas such as computer swap meets or asking employers for used computers. Offers tips for volunteer recruiting success. (AJL)

A study investigated the academic and social development of 25 Canadian gifted students (ages 12-14) in a congregated class at a Catholic high school. Results found the students enjoyed being educated with their gifted peers and valued the competition. The effects of the class on the students' self-esteem are also discussed. (Author/CR)

Discussion of the government's relationship with Catholic colleges looks at both benefits (federal aid to institutions, student aid) and burdens (faculty unionization, compliance with antidiscrimination laws, status of student organizations) from a legal perspective. Specific litigation, outcomes, and implications are discussed in each of these…

The incidence of cheating and lying on an experimental measure was examined from a sample of high school students who attended either a religious (Catholic) or a secular (public) school. Student surveys indicated that the groups were similar in moral reasoning level and in lying and cheating behavior. Level of moral reasoning was not correlated…

Examines explanations for Catholic schools succeeding in communities where public schools fail. Discusses the differences in student makeup positively influencing graduation rates in Catholic and private schools and how this might be altered if a voucher system is implemented. (GR)

Catholic schools share five organizational characteristics that account for their unusual effectiveness. Catholic schools offer and require a core academic curriculum for all students, are embedded within a larger communal structure, are small enough to promote community, have decentralized governance, and have an inspirational ideology reflecting…

Outlines recent developments in educational technology, benefits derived from incorporating these developments into the educational process, and barriers that are frequently encountered in attempts to implement technological advancements. The discussion covers two model programs currently in place, one using audio telecommunications and the other…

Reviews recent study findings about the academic outcomes of Catholic high school education as measured by student achievement, college attendance patterns, and dropout prevention. Compares Catholic and public high school students in terms of values, behaviors, and beliefs. Attempts to assess the impact of Catholic schools. (DMM)

Voucher plans that involve payments of tax funds to private schools are suspect on both constitutional and public policy grounds. Analyzes the constitutional issues raised by a recent attempt at voucher legislation in Minnesota. (MLF)

Describes the existence of vitality in American Catholic higher education by showing that scholars are serious about research, literature, and teaching to serve their God and society. A selective bibliography lists an estimated 150 books, articles, and doctoral dissertations from 1987 to 1994. A list of relevant organizations and their serial…

Calls for careful but unemotional criticism of "The Bell Curve." Notes that: three chapters that deal with the IQ-race relationship have received most critical attention; genetically based racial categories do not exist; disadvantaged minority-group students have achieved success in Catholic schools with high expectations of students;…

Discusses educational reform, highlighting the role of external forces, school philosophy and goals, school governance and decision making, school organization for teaching and learning, and consequences of change. References to the American Indian concept of "shape shifting" reflects skepticism about the level of commitment of key…