This report presents the results of a survey of the 45 member districts of the Council of the Great City Schools on the following: (1) data, studies, or projections on teacher and administrator needs; and (2) descriptions of successful programs, projects, and activities aimed at attracting, keeping, and training teachers and administrators. A brief overview of special educational programs and activities in the Great City Schools is provided. Exemplary programs aimed at the following are discussed: (1) attracting teachers; (2) retaining teachers; (3) enhancing teachers' skills; (4) preparing and retaining leaders; and (5) helping teachers and leaders work together. Educational programs in each of the 45 districts are discussed. Color and black and white photographs illustrate the text. Footnotes are included. (BJV)