Discusses both "soft" signs such as the sales of baby food, advertisements pitched to older populations, and business peoples' discussion of trends that might indicate population shifts, and hard data such as birth data, census data, building permits, and housing turnover. (IRT)

Reports the results of the Detroit schools' examination of the costs to the district that result from teachers reproducing individual lessons and offers suggestions for keeping these costs down. (IRT)

Presents nine steps that are essential to creating a school-site budget program. (Author/IRT)

Separates the foolishness (such as the idea that "creative writing" should be emphasized and that lots of writing makes for good writers) from the wisdom (for instance, that all teachers who must teach writing must thoroughly understand the principles of writing well). (IRT)

Briefly outlines the investment procedures one school district uses for each of 10 funds. (IRT)

The author outlines the management by objectives system used by Mobil Oil and argues for its advantages over conventional management approaches. (IRT)

The place to start a writing reform program is at the top. Superintendents need to learn how to write in straightforward English, using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation. (Author/IRT)

School superintendents and assistant superintendents discuss the stress of their jobs and the ways in which they cope with that stress. (IRT)

The Lincoln County School District in Oregon evaluates its 18 principals two or three times each year through a team evaluation program. The evaluation process includes a comprehensive assessment form detailing 26 standards of performance. Includes a sidebar outlining the eight areas and standards for evaluation. (MD)

Optional safety features offered by school bus manufacturers are described. These include design changes, automated crossing arms, convex mirrors, strobe lights, and sound warning devices. (TE)

A graduated step model for rewarding better teachers with higher salaries is presented. Advancement is based on demonstrated competence. (MD)

Presents 11 steps to take in choosing a consultant. (IRT)