Student samples were drawn from two different schools representing divergent socioeconomic settings. Findings indicated that perceptions were differentiated by socioeconomic status, but not so much by sex. Implications of the results for the planning of guidance programs are offered. (Author)

The present discussion points to the need for further inquiry in the area of the guidance team process. The author enumerates weaknesses of the team approach and suggests that the helping professions need to place more emphasis on prevention. (Author/BY)

Reports a study concerned with the effectiveness of Idaho guidance programs provided by guidance counselors and agriculture teachers. (SB)

Revisions in societal attitudes toward the concept of work are needed if vocational education and guidance are to be effective. (MU)

The portion of the Personal and Social Development Program presented here is designed to help intermediate and secondary students with behaviors grouped into several categories: (1) self concept; (2) responsibility; (3) group consideration. (Author/CJ)

Personal account of author's participation in a special program to improve learning skills of disadvantaged New York City children, with concerns expressed over ignored need for all teachers and personnel workers to function as team for sake of child and family. (CJ)

In an attempt to explain to teachers, parents, and others the role of the elementary guidance counselor, a series of videotapes dealing with the services of this specialist has been developed. (Author/CJ)

A systematic approach to statewide evaluation of career guidance, counseling and placement. (Editor)

Comprehensive Pupil Personnel Services Team (CPPS) implies that all members of the team--teachers, administrators, counselors, specialists, etc.--have important contributions to make to meet schools promise of working for development of total human beings. Pupil Personnel Services must be an integral part of total educational program. (Author)

Discusses functions of guidance personnel as enforcers of code of "institutionalized behavior." Offers alternate role as creator of optimal learning climates. (CJ)

Middle level students have unique needs that can be met by a school advising program. Outlines the goals and a timeline for implementing an advisory program along with nine components essential to a successful guidance and advisory program. (MLF)

Suggests that counselors redirect their efforts toward using more concrete, active career-guidance experiences for Black youth and presents a model for Black females. The general outcome expected from participation in this action-oriented guidance model is a demonstrated ability to state personal, educational, and technical competencies;…

Reports the results of a survey on career development services taken of the civil service systems of the 50 state and 50 largest city systems. Characteristics of providers, the extent of services offered, the length of time offered, and the target of the services are reported. (Author)

Administrators in early childhood schools and centers can make a difference in children's lives and learnings. As child advocates, administrators must think through their own theoretical framework on which to base planning for school or center, guidance for teachers, analysis of program effectiveness, parent involvement, and utilization of pupil…

Describes the initial development of a 45-item self-administered questionnaire/instrument for the evaluation of guidance services in schools. The sample comprises 39 in-service secondary school teachers taking certificate guidance and counseling courses in Hong Kong. This instrument describes the unique characteristics of guidance and counseling…