This is more than a case study of a single school; it is an analysis, normative in character but based upon fact, of the conditions of slum schooling in the United States. What it means to go to a slum school and to be a black child is made clear, as is why the achievement of minority children in school is low. As a participant-observer, the…

This fourth report in a series summarizing findings from the Urban Employment Survey examines how jobseekers living in the major poverty areas of New York City go about looking for work. The survey was designed to develop information on employment, unemployment, and work-related problems of the working-age population in these areas. The data…

A survey conducted by 8 University of Minnesota students was taken in the urban slum of Minneapolis. The survey was concerned with the contemporary situation of urban American Indians and with the attitudes of local businessmen toward urban Indians. The method used involved recording respondent's answers, and much of the content of the…

Extensive discussion of Puerto Rican culture and Thomas' life as depicted in his book. (SP)

The author describes the objectives of the Association of London Housing Estates and examines the methods employed in working for the community-the role that the central office plays, the importance of the active participation of the members and the relations that are maintained with the people of the community. (RR)

This neighborhood medical care center serves 45,000 low income residents of the South Bronx with the help of area residents hired as health advocates to bridge communications gaps. (BH)

This article argues for a redefinition of "Marginality" in terms of the principles that influence the developing order of the urban formation as a whole. The emerging social order and the political participation of residents of two shanty areas in Kabwe, Zambia are traced over a period of 40 years. (Author/EB)

The Dance Theatre of Harlem, which includes both a school and a publicly performing dance company, is described from its inception by its artistic director, Arthur Mitchell, to its current activities. Budgets, student characteristics, and philosophy are discussed. (LBH)

Article describes the results of an urban renewal program. (Author/MM)

Discusses trends in the descriptive literature about children and the poor. Presents anecdotal material of children's spontaneous street play and analyzes cognitive skills exhibited in these situations. (Author/GC)

Interviews in 10 squatter settlements in Caracas challenge Oscar Lewis'"culture of poverty" theory by showing marked differences among barrio residents reflecting variations in occupations, education, employment, and use of credit. (Author)

INFORMATION WAS EXCHANGED ON THE PSYCHOLOGICAL AND SOCIOLOGICAL PROBLEMS INVOLVED IN TEACHING MATHEMATICS TO UNDERACHIEVING STUDENTS, AND MATHEMATICS FOR STUDENTS OF LOW ABILITY. A PROJECT TO INCREASE LITERACY IN THESE STUDENTS WAS RECCOMMENDED. THE CONFERENCE REPORT WAS PUBLISHED UNDER SEPARATE COVER AS AN APPENDIX TO THE SCHOOL MATHEMATICS STUDY…

The City of Washington, D.C., with federal funding, declared war on one of the city's most pressing problems--rats. The War on Rats Program, in conjunction with Operation Clean Sweep, made a city-wide survey of rat infestations and recorded the areas of heavy rat infestation. After the problem areas had been identified, community organizations…

Lack of awareness and inadequate housing codes are the chief causes contributing to the persistence of lead poisoning among children. (JF)

The Keeps All Pupils in School (KAPS) program in Baltimore is discussed. (DB)