This manual is written to provide an overview of the Federal programs which are available at the local level and to aid school administrators in locating particular Federal programs that will fulfill specific educational needs. The guide is designed for use as a tool in planning and programing a comprehensive educational program, rather than as a key to the solution of specific problems. The manual is organized according to the following problem or functional categories: adult education, community services, construction, curriculum and instruction, educationally disadvantaged students, food services, guidance and counseling, handicapped children, health services, library resources, research and development, staff training, student aid, and vocational education. Each program listed contains the program title, purpose, eligibility and procedure, information source, printed information available, authorizing legislation, and administering agency. (Author/MF)