Author describes a design now being tried in a few schools in the midwest", and urges the idea of the school as supportive environment" for learning. (Author/SP)

Describes how trouble erupted in a Polk County, Florida, new junior high school that was designed according to the open school, individualized instruction concept. Provides a 7-point recommendation for other administrators planning innovative schools, which guidelines could aid in avoiding potential trouble. (JF)

Outlines the philosophy and procedures of an experiment in student-centered and self-directed education. (Editor)

A school district renovates three buildings, builds a new high school, abandons eight buildings, and reorganizes the entire educational process. (Author)

An interview with the founder of England's Summerhill School, which emphasizes a maximum of student freedom. (JF)

The author gives a candid report on his experiences while creating a new college. (AD)

Discusses the relations that administrators and school consultants have among themselves and with their student and community clienteles. (JM)

A detailed analysis is made of current programs in education carried on by private companies on school premises. (CK)

The agony of today's young people trying to find a place in a society with which they are at odds is described. (CK)

Surveys the rapid acceleration of innovation in recent years. (MB)

Federal government provides funds for programs which represent innovative attempts to solve educational problems. (Author/MM)

Thirty community controlled school projects are described; observations are made on curricula, community involvement and integration; and strategies for control are discussed. Three basic structures emerge: (1) quasi--independent community school or programs within public school systems, (2) independent community schools, and (3) minority…