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McGraw, Pat – Compact, 1973
Describes the concept of year-round schools and examines several programs including the quarter system plan in Atlanta, the 45-15 plan in Illinois, and a Colorado plan entitled Concept 6'', where students alternate 43 days of vacation with 86 days of school. (DN)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Change, Program Descriptions, Quarter System
Richmond, Mossie J., Jr. – 1977
The author presents a discussion of the current and historical issues surrounding the year-round school movement, the responses of school administrators to the issues, and the data reported by administrators who are currently conducting or have previously conducted extended or year-round school programs. In his discussion, the author deals with…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Administrator Attitudes, Bibliographies, Curriculum Design