A principal/counselor partnership in a small Colorado high school uses a microcomputer to enhance their roles and effectively provide services for the school and students. They have developed a unique needs assessment process, a word processing program for senior letters of recommendation, and a database on gifted and talented programs. (MD)

Innovation insurance involves planning in order to avoid pitfalls. When adopting microcomputers, this means answering 10 preliminary questions, appointing a coordinator of computer services, and arranging inservice teacher training. (Author/JM)

A superintendent explains the administrator's role in integrating computers into the instructional program. Lists factors to be kept in mind. (Author/JM)

Intended for those who are introducing computers into the classroom and those who need help with curriculum development in this area, this article explains key ingredients for successful coordination: identify interested personnel, start small, shop around, assess space available, avoid exclusivity, involve faculty, become a resource, and plan…