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Belmont Abbey College's Intramural Orientation for Freshmen.
Reidy, Michael P. – Journal of Physical Education and Recreation, 1979
Intramural sports activities are used as an integral part of the freshman orientation program at Belmont Abbey College. The program organization and success are briefly described. (JMF)
Descriptors: Athletics, College Freshmen, Intramural Athletics, Opinions
Teachers Are Important People Too.
Baumann, Jean – Momentum, 1979
To insure that parents were aware of faculty other than those teaching their children, teachers at St. Monica School prepared small group presentations for the Home and School Meeting on professional topics such as the teaching of reading and the parent's role in education. (SJL)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Meetings, Parent School Relationship, Parent Teacher Conferences
A Model Junior High School Orientation Program.
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Kauffman, Dianne K.; Kavinsky, Gregory A. – Clearing House, 1980
This article describes the transition program at Goodyear Junior High in Akron, Ohio. Beginning in the spring, it helps reduce the adjustment anxiety of sixth graders and their parents by familiarizing them with the school and preparing them for the junior high school experience. Some evaluative feedback is cited. (SJL)
Descriptors: Grade 6, Junior High Schools, Models, Parent Participation
An Orientation Program for a Middle School.
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Steltzer, W. N., Jr. – Clearing House, 1979
The Avon Grove School District has a middle school orientation program for incoming elementary students and their parents, which consists of several visits and open houses in the Spring and at the beginning of the Fall term. (SJL)
Descriptors: Grade 4, Intermediate Grades, Middle Schools, Parent Participation
About High School. Educational Opportunities in Virginia, Book 4.
Virginia State Dept. of Education, Richmond. – 1984
This booklet provides information about high school in Virginia for students and their parents. Chapter 1, "Entering High School," offers descriptions of course options in all the subject areas of both academic and vocational education, along with advice on studying and on solving problems having to do with coursework. Chapter 3…
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Educational Planning, Graduation Requirements, High Schools
About the Middle School Years. Educational Opportunities in Virginia, Book 3.
Virginia State Dept. of Education, Richmond. – 1985
This booklet is written for middle school students and their parents. It provides information about middle schools in Virginia, and includes suggestions about how parents may help their children during the middle school years. Chapter 1, "Starting Middle Schools," begins with a section on getting acquainted with middle school, discussing…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Educational Planning, Intermediate Grades
Helping Students Ease into College.
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Abraham, Jimmy; Wagnon, Bill – Planning for Higher Education, 1992
Orientation for first-year college students is important for students, parents, and the institution. It should fit institutional traditions, values, and culture, involve parents, be staffed by well-trained current students, and be carefully evaluated for improvement. Mississippi State University's program focuses on retention and is festive,…
Descriptors: College Administration, College Environment, College Freshmen, College Planning
C.U.B.E. Instruction Manual. Goals I-IV.
Vincennes Univ., IN. – 1981
Designed for use by teachers who are implementing the adult basic education teaching/learning management system called CUBE (Continuity and Unity in Basic Education), this manual covers the contents of the CUBE system, its philosophy, and its six goals. An inventory sheet listing all materials included in the system, a materials request form, and…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Competency Based Education, Educational Objectives, Educational Philosophy