This study investigated good governance issues in education system and management of secondary schools in Nigeria. The objectives of this study are to examine the relationship between resources management, accountability, participatory decision-making, and management of secondary schools in Nigeria. Three hypotheses were formulated and tested.…

This article discusses the transition from philosophy to psychology as the main source of inspiration for education during the mid-twentieth century in the Netherlands, situated between Germany in the east and the English-speaking world in the west. Claims have been made that educational theory in the Netherlands was dominated by German philosophy…

This National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) "First Look" report introduces new data for the universe of public elementary and secondary schools and agencies in the United States in school year (SY) 2014-15. Specifically, this report includes statistics that describe: (1) the numbers and types of public elementary and secondary…

This publication provides a compilation of statistical information covering Pennsylvania high school graduates in public schools for the 2006-07 school year. Information is provided on race/ethnicity, gender and intended post-high school activity of graduates, including those who are college-bound. Information is also provided on special…

This paper describes the issues associated with in-service training programs in public schools and includes an historical overview and suggestions for future programs. (MM)

With the enactment of Assembly Bill 2295 (Chapter 1060, Statutes of 2002), the California Department of Education and the California Postsecondary Education Commission were directed to conduct a study of Title IX compliance in athletics in California?s public high schools, community colleges, and universities. This study found that California…

A brief biography is presented of Henry Barnard, one of the leading educators in America during the first half of the 19th century. An early and forceful advocate of free public education, Barnard promulgated his ideas through public service and teaching as well as through writings in "The American Journal of Education," which he edited…

The Texas Education Agency, in cooperation with the Texas Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse, was directed by the Texas State Legislature to study the problem of substance abuse by public school students and to develop guidelines for public school districts to use in implementing substance abuse education programs. This document reports on the…

Describes several small alternative schools in Community School District 4 (East Harlem). Discusses the benefits of such schools, including more efficient staff utilization; lower operating costs; better teacher morale; and good relations between teachers, students, and administrators because of the schools' small size. (GC)

Elementary enrollment is expected to remain at near-record levels this fall, when about 33.7 million children will be enrolled in grades pre-kindergarten through 8 in public schools. This reflects a slight decline of less than 1 percent since 2001 after rising by 14 percent between 1990 and 2001. After a pause in enrollment growth between 2001 and…

The tables in this report on professional salaries were prepared using data submitted by Maryland's 24 public school systems in the fall of 1997. Salaries include annual pay for 10-, 11-, and 12-month employees in positions listed. All data reflect the conversion of part-time employees to a full-time equivalent. The position types used in the…

Israeli public school made gerontological content and experiences available to students aged 13-14. Process included library research, interviewing older residents, friendly visits to home for aged, formal lectures, role playing, and homework. Participants were reported to have improved relations with own grandparents. (Author/NB)

Because public school teachers increasingly are being sued for failure to perform their duties adequately, teacher preparation programs should include coursework in school law as a preventive measure. Some cases are discussed and recommendations are made. (MT)

Reviews waves of school reform from the 19th through the 20th centuries, illuminating the search for answers to such questions as Whom should public education serve? Who pays? Can/should public education solve social ills? (SK)

Recent efforts in entrepreneurship training for women are described. These include research and development efforts, opportunities in the public schools, and the development of guidelines for career counseling to potential female entrepreneurs. (CT)