The accumulation of small stresses influences a child's mental and physical health. This article provides guidelines that parents and other adults may use in teaching children how to cope effectively with stress. (IAH)

Refutes commonly held assumptions forced on the art-education public that characterize Viktor Lowenfeld, a historically well-known art educator, as having a laissez-faire approach to art education and a visual-haptic fixation. Asserts Lowenfeld's beliefs were distorted in later publications of his book, "Creative and Mental Growth." (CMK)

Describes a foundation for new leadership development in Catholic educators. States that a liberal arts background and a deep philosophic understanding of Catholic education, formed by experience and reflected upon and critiqued, may offer more possibilities for leadership than acquiring any particular set of skills. (18 citations) (VWC)

Analysis of data from 55 U.S. Ph.D.-granting economics departments showed almost no support for the hypothesis that female graduates' initial job placements are improved by the presence of women faculty or dissertation advisors. Female faculty did reduce female students' time spent in graduate school. (SK)

Uses experiences of a mentoring program to argue that mentoring programs represent a viable strategy for delinquency prevention and reduction, even for youth who have been adjudicated for serious offenses. The importance of careful design and concern for the special needs of the population to be monitored is discussed. (SLD)

Offers various observations on mentoring, claiming that it is a powerful way to provide adult contacts for youth who receive little guidance in schools, homes, and elsewhere. Claims that supportive one-on-one relationships provide youth with opportunities to explore career paths and to broaden their horizons. (RJM)

Case studies of six black males explored background, school and work experiences, and career issues. These themes emerged: fathers' financial support and role modeling influenced career development; other male role models affected aspirations; social, especially parental support for education and careers influenced decision making; and racism…

Interview of Cliff Joseph, one of the first African Americans to participate in the American Art Therapy Association and to become a registered art therapist and teacher. Details Joseph's impact on art therapy and cultural and social issues, as well as his relationships with other prominent art therapists. (MKA)

A survey of 4500 children examines the impact of black male youths' perceptions of role models on their personal development. The youths overwhelming chose sports figures rather than academicians or educators, as role models. Programs illustrating meaningful role models for these youth are discussed. (MMU)

Despite the Soviet emphasis on character education, communist "vospitanie" had little lasting influence once political enforcement was removed. Between 1988-92, the juvenile crime rate rose 50 percent. American educators should be cautious about promoting lists of virtues that serve a political agenda or are justified primarily on…

This article provides step-by-step guidelines for developing a mentoring program for students with disabilities. The benefits of mentoring, role of the mentor, mentor screening, and program development are discussed. Suggested mentor and student activities are outlined, including communication, reading, leisure, and academic activities. (Contains…

Interviews with five male Mexican American elementary school principals and five male Anglo counterparts showed many similarities, but also revealed differences between these ethnic groups in terms of tasks, role relationships, changes, and values statements. Mexican American principals felt particular pressure to be role models. (SLD)

Explores motivational factors that have influenced the educational achievement of 11 African American female college students and studies their attitudes toward individual and collective advancement of African Americans. These women generally perceived the collective advancement of African Americans as a possible outcome of their individual…

Factor analysis of the Influence of Others on Academic and Career Decisions Scale using data from four student groups (n=116, 190, 145, 183) yielded two factors: support/guidance and inspiration/modeling. Preliminary support for the scale as a valid and reliable measure of role model influence was obtained. (Contains 43 references.) (SK)

Explains how one first-year junior-high teacher, with her mentor's support, developed self-reliance and competence. In the context of their mutually respectful relationship, the mentor modeled the roles of caregiver, fellow learner, and buddy. Mentor flexibility and accessibility were key factors. (Contains 25 references.) (MLH)