Evaluated the Integrated Bridging Programme (IBP) of the University of Adelaide, South Australia, which offers international postgraduates the opportunity to develop languages and skills for successful acculturation. Responses of all IBP participants for 2 years and of supervising staff show the importance of recognizing that it is not only the…

The Prospects Programme assisted British military personnel in the transition to civilian life. The lifelong learning program included identification of transferable skills for new employment directions, accreditation of prior learning, resume and interview training, and 11-week work placements. (SK)

Explores traditional migratory and family characteristics of Hmong culture and one elementary school's university collaborative program to attract Hmong students. Describes the magnet school program, extended day programs, and second language acquisition program to ease the transition to school. Notes that several unique features of the…

A model program in rural Pennsylvania designed to improve inclusion and transition for students with disabilities required considerable administrative and instructional support and major changes in philosophy and curriculum. Features include school-to- work coordinator, learning facilitator for special needs students, joint Individualized…

Describes characteristics of multiple sclerosis and the implications of its manifestations for postsecondary education. Provides a checklist for students selecting a postsecondary institution regarding general considerations, academic accommodations, support and services, and self-assessment. (SK)

Principal describes experience in establishing and operating the Minne Howard School, a separate school for ninth-grade students in Alexandria, Virginia. Describes keys to success: Create a teacher advisor component, eliminate inschool suspension, teach five classes, and institute a school support team. (PKP)

Three public school administrators (a superintendent, a middle school principal, and a central-office administrator) discuss why educators and parents should continue to support the middle-school grade configuration. (PKP)

Outlines effective transition strategies used in rural settings that enhance student participation and community participation. Discusses the problems faced by rural states related to participation of students in transition activities and overcoming community barriers to student involvement. (Author/JOW)

An evaluation effort that used goal attainment scaling to examine a program designed to promote student involvement in transition activities among secondary students with disabilities. The method was user friendly and consistent with self-determination and resulted in meaningful feedback. Limitations included timing difficulties and lack of buy-in…

This discussion of the impact of culture and cultural differences on school and work and the importance of enhancing multicultural awareness also reports on a study that evaluated the experience of 22 Navajo Native Americans high school graduates in transition. Findings stress the importance of students' significant relationships, limited…

Longitudinally examined the effects of two linked at-risk programs (a middle school dropout prevention program and a high school transition program), focusing on attendance, promotion/retention, courses passed, discipline referrals, suspensions, sequence of services, the effects of passage of time following the intervention, and dropping out.…

Identifies business educators as key members of transition planning teams for special needs students. Describes Oregon's Youth Transition Program and its use of community support resources. Outlines transition planning activities of each stakeholder group on the team. (SK)

Considers whether learning communities in journalism and mass communications programs make a difference in helping students make the transition from high school to college. Concludes that in practice, a learning community's holistic approach that integrates social and academic aspects of student life provides a support system necessary for many…

A pivotal point for students is the transition from middle school to high school. Students will decide during the first few weeks of their freshman year if they intend to continue their high school education (Hertzog & Morgan, 1999). This article provides the reader with the research surrounding this transition year, programs and practices…

Because ninth grade is such a tough year for many students, some school districts have created special academies or other programs to provide special attention to students in the first year of high school. Studies show that ninth-graders have the most discipline incidents and retentions, and are most likely to drop out. In this paper, the author…