An innovative counseling program developed at Gordon High School (Atlanta, Georgia) illustrates the importance of administrators and counselors working together in partnership. (MD)

Describes the scheduling changes that allowed for program improvement at the New Platz, New York, Middle School. (DS)

Outlines the effective counseling programs developed by the Jefferson County Schools (Colorado) that meet the needs of students and adults through a focus on the positive. (MD)

Lists the strengths and weaknesses of small schools and then makes recommendations for capitalizing on their strengths and compensating for their weaknesses. (JM)

Describes the evolution of the physical education program at Herricks Senior High School, New Hyde Park, New York. (DS)

Presents a detailed conceptual model for developing a thinking skills currriculum. Discusses whether it should be done through separate courses or integrated into subject matter courses. Includes four figures (MD)

Teacher education has become a scapegoat for the problems of public education. One of the views that must be overcome is that inadequate preparation can be improved by eliminating the preparatory experience altogether. Greater fiscal support is also necessary for quality preparatory programs. (8 references) (CJH)

Lists the strengths of small schools and offers hints to improve the educational program in small schools. (JM)

Although the author offers no handy formula to determine program effectiveness, she does present an extensive list of statements that can help the school administrator plan program improvement with his music teachers. (Editor)

The author advocates improvement of physical education programs through emphasizing endurance fitness and through changing student attitudes toward physical fitness. (DS)

This article presents suggestions for enhancing the success of inservice programs, with particular attention to the need for adequate follow-through. Issues addressed include selection of topics, specification of goals, adequate planning and support, and thorough preparation of those responsible for program development. (PGD)

The St. Joseph School District (Missouri) developed a school counseling program to fit its own unique circumstances. The Gysbers model (1981) provided the structure from which the program developed its priorities. Includes a figure outlining the four components of a counseling program. (MD)

Sketches the Ohio Department of Education strategy for making effective schools, that is, by defining school effectiveness and by citing the general factors influencing the conduct of effective programs. (JW)

Describes a successful Minnesota program, developed to improve counselors' performance, that was adapted from a similar teacher program. Administrators and counselors share performance criteria to focus on significant counseling behaviors. Includes a list of performance evaluation criteria. (MD)

Recent research suggests that principals can improve the content and delivery of staff development programs by selecting practical topics, involving teachers in topic selection and presentation, keeping teachers' experience levels in mind, emphasizing ongoing staff development processes, avoiding lecture-based programs, and encouraging personal…