Project R-3 has as its primary objective improving both reading and mathematics skills. The other objectives are to change the self-image of students from one of failure to one of success, and to change their behavior patterns as students by providing them with immediate success experiences. The project started in the spring of 1970 when students were in the second semester of the seventh grade. It included all seventh grade students at one school. In 1970-71, these same students participated as eighth graders, and the 1971-72 program continues the program for these students in the ninth grade. The major components of the ninth grade program are reading, mathematics, studies in advanced simulation, and intensive involvements. Project R-3 was designed jointly by the San Jose Unified School District and the Education Systems organization of Lockheed Missiles and Space Company (now Technicon Education Systems) with the help of consultants from San Jose State College. Project R-3 includes a curriculum that interrelates reading and mathematics with reinforcement through gaming-simulation, intensive involvements (a series of extended field trips), parental involvement, and an in-service training program for staff development. Program students are grouped into heterogeneous classes, each reflecting the achievement range of the entire program population. [For related documents, see ED 049 933, ED 027 136, ED 061 727, and UD 013 011.] (Author/JM)