The PSEO program is a dual credit program that allows high school students to simultaneously earn high school and college credit through enrollment in and successful completion of college-level courses on a college campus or online. Students may take PSEO courses on a full- or part-time basis. The PSEO program provides students with a greater…

In May 1997 and March 1998, the Midwest Center for Postsecondary Outreach, in conjunction with St. Paul Technical College, hosted a video teleconference in which four other professionals and the authors appeared. Although they answered some of the questions submitted, due to time constraints, they were unable to respond to a number of the…

This Framework is intended for use by school districts and their community partners as they plan and adopt systems of quality pathways. The Critical Elements that make up the Framework are intended to deepen and clarify the district's thinking about how to build the infrastructure that supports the design, implementation, and sustainability of a…

Explains advantages of leasing child care center equipment to improve cash flow and conserve capital for other center needs. Discusses what equipment can be leased and lists key negotiating points for lease contracts. Gives information about Exchange Leasing, Inc. (NH)

Presents a step-by-step process for controlling costs, guaranteeing prompt service, and generally making the task of purchasing equipment for a new school easier. (Author/IRT)

Companies offering physical education equipment and supplies are listed under 27 product classifications. Each includes a brief product description. (JMF)

Discusses ways that educational institutions can develop and manage a realistic media equipment budget. (FL)

A checklist of furnishings and equipment from guidelines recently published by the Kentucky Department of Education for its Merit Media Program. (Author)

Describes a way to calculate a school's "technology quotient," a variation of intelligence quotient. Notes that the formula can be used to determine how technologically adequate a school district or a building is. (RS)

Discusses how selecting and properly installing audiovisual equipment and systems is critical to ensure that schools most effectively meet their educational objectives. (EV)

Provides suggestions for the purchase of equipment and materials through early childhood catalogs. Suggestions concern reading catalogs; keeping careful records; deciding on backordering; being aware of shipping charges; checking for damage; and expecting satisfaction. Lists ordering information for 15 early childhood catalog companies. (RJC)

Lists 10 tips on successful buying from early childhood catalogs. Tips concern current catalogs, quantity discounts, price comparison, cooperative or consortium purchases, competitive bids, protection of credit, sources for ordering, service, availability, and the best time to place orders. (RJC)

Keeping track of educational furniture and equipment is necessary for accountability and insurance. A categorization and numbering system can organize information submitted by school personnel and can be used by hand or by computer. (MLF)

Discusses microcomputer instruction as an addition to the accounting curriculum and various elements to consider: equipment configuration needed, instructor training, adapting the microcomputer to the classroom, and outcomes of microcomputer use. (CT)

Discusses the accuracy of sundials and many factors which affect their ability to measure apparent local time. Provides directions for constructing a sundial, including how to make a universal dial. Includes background information regarding other types of sundials and descriptions of notable sundials. (DDR)