Because of dramatically worsening social conditions, the elementary school must assume new roles and responsibilities. To help children and their families deal with complex social realities, the Elementary School Center in New York City proposes that schools become the locus of advocacy for all children. Two sidebars provide statistics concerning…

When the voters of Carlsbad, in southeast New Mexico, passed a $14 million bond referendum in 1992, the school board decided to use a portion of the money to consolidate the kindergarten, Head Start, and developmentally delayed preschooler programs into one building. Colors and symbols give young children visual reminders. Four architects offer…

Increasing numbers of parents are "dumping" parental responsibilities at the school-house door. However, a highly vocal and politically active minority of parents are demanding that schools relinquish those responsibilities. One helpful role the schools can play is to offer parent-education classes that provide specific tips on disciplining…

In Washoe County, Nevada, public and private social service organizations, the public schools, and the business community joined together in a partnership. The Children's Cabinet has proved to be an innovative and successful model for coordinating government services and community resources for children. (MLF)