Regional Service Centers in Texas seek to retrain teachers for new subjects, help administrators, process test scores, educate paraprofessionals, appraise students, establish vocational education and help with curriculum and instruction. (Author/AF)

The Merrimack Education Center in Chelmsford (Massachusetts) responded to needs for stress management training and morale boosting in its 22-district service area with a midwinter "Fitness for Educators" conference. Participants learned techniques for maintaining physical fitness, managing hyperactivity, developing holistic health…

The Center for Open Education sends consultants to schools to work on-site with teachers; all personnel of the school are involved in planning inservice programs based on school needs; and through affiliation with the University of Connecticut, credit courses are available to participating teachers. (JD)