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Promoting A Safe School Environment through a Schoolwide Wellness Program.
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Gallagher, Patricia A.; Satter, Linda S. – Focus on Exceptional Children, 1998
Describes "IMPACT," a comprehensive high school program that promotes a positive and supportive environment by involving students, faculty, and the community in a variety of prevention, collaboration, and intervention activities in response to students' needs. Discusses the organization of the total wellness program and components of the program.…
Descriptors: Behavior Disorders, Conflict Resolution, Educational Environment, High Schools
Peer-Mediated Instruction and Interventions.
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Utley, Cheryl A.; And Others – Focus on Exceptional Children, 1997
Discusses the components of peer-mediated instruction and interventions (PMII) (including peer modeling, peer initiation training, peer monitoring, peer networking, peer tutoring, and group-oriented contingencies) and instructional systems that incorporate PMII components with other elements of effective instruction. Explores implications for…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Inclusive Schools
Using Successful Models of Student-Centered Transition Planning and Services for Adolescents with Disabilities.
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Morningstar, Mary E.; Kleinhammer-Tramill, P. Jeannie; Lattin, Dana L. – Focus on Exceptional Children, 1999
This article traces the history of transition programs for adolescents with disabilities and the role that transition plays within current reform efforts. Best practices are discussed and strategies for school programs are provided, including individualized planning, involvement of family and support networks, a focus on community outcomes, and…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Agency Cooperation, Community Programs, Disabilities
Integrating Services, Collaborating, and Developing Connections with Schools.
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Lawson, Hal A.; Sailor, Wayne – Focus on Exceptional Children, 2000
This article discusses the history of integrating services for students with disabilities and modern service integration initiatives. Examples of requirements for service integration are listed and interprofessional collaboration is described. The complexity, difficulties, and opportunities associated with school-related integration and…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Delivery Systems, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education