The author discusses the broad concepts and ideas in the EXCEL program--equity, ethics, and push for excellence. (IRT)

Central High School of Kansas City, Missouri, focused on improving student attendance. Among the methods used to improve attendance were calling parents of absent students, involving the community in the school, creating an alumni association, and creating an inschool suspension program. (IRT)

Examines the reasons behind the renewed popularity of small rural schools. Successful practices employed at several rural schools are described briefly. (JMB)

Describes activities and responsibilities of the National Council of Science and Technology (CONACyT), including the design and implementation of the National Information System for Science and Technology. A list of the 20 special libraries throughout the Mexican Republic which are served by CONACyT, as coordinator and/or sponsor, is appended.…

An agency program designed to reduce the incidence of teenage pregnancy and meet the needs of school age mothers found that assertive postpartum services were essential to preserve prenatal gains. (Author/SE)

The Sage Project effectively merges a humanistic clinical approach to self-development and personal growth with a much needed demand for creative and positively oriented gerontological programs and services. Discusses the Sage Project's four primary programs: (a) Core group programs; (b) Institutional programs; (c) Professional training and…

Prior to the opening of a rurally located treatment program for public inebriates, a concentrated public relations effort was made to inform and reassure the inhabitants of the local and surrounding neighborhoods about the program. Community sentiments four years later are discussed. (Author)

Institutions of higher education in the United States which have a graduate degree program with emphasis or concentration in athletic administration or sport management are identified. Information on admission criteria, program competencies, credit hour requirements, student aid, and specialty options is provided. (MJB)

Described is the Work-Experience Program at the Maryland School for the Blind in Baltimore. (DLS)

Reflections on the state of elementary school media programs are based on applications for the 1977 School Library Media Program of the Year award. Programs nominated for this award and their outstanding features are included. (Author/MBR)

Some aspects of the non-profit Copyright Clearance Center (CCC), a centralized system through which users receive permission to do authorized photocopying of periodical articles, are described including the confidentiality provided to authors, publishers, and users, and funding. (Author/MRB)

Describes an "Adventure Education" class that involved elementary students in the study of a political-environmental issue. The class included field work. (IRT)