It has come to the Department of Education's (ED's) attention that many transgender students (i.e., students whose gender identity is different from the sex they were assigned at birth) report feeling unsafe and experiencing verbal and physical harassment or assault in school, and that these students may perform worse academically when they are…

An eight-point plan to assist aquatic facility managers protect users from accidents and injuries is presented. (MT)

The Aquatic Center at Corvallis (Oregon) is analyzed for energy use. Energy conservation in the building would be accomplished best through heavy insulation of exterior surfaces and the maximization of passive solar gain. (Author/MLF)

Highlights how research on volunteerism can assist parks and recreation organizations with recruiting and promoting volunteerism in their organizations, focusing on: reasons for volunteering, volunteers and social capital, and effective volunteer management. Two sidebars present Web resources for information on volunteerism and research-based…

Aquatic facilities can significantly reduce the probability of being involved in litigation by: having emergency readiness plans; hiring qualified personnel who understand their responsibilities; having appropriate coverage for the facility's size and design; properly designing and maintaining facilities and equipment; keeping accurate records;…

Guidelines presented to help recreation professional choose effective, safe lighting systems involve determining how much light is needed, buying the best life cycle value, light sources, and other lighting design considerations. (CB)

The high cost of building a new pool can be avoided by renovating the pool's shell. Several renovation options are identified and their advantages and disadvantages discussed. (IAH)

The two papers focus on methods of selecting toys for handicapped children and options in playground equipment for this population. The qualities of a good toy, such as stimulation and safety, are examined. The author discusses various considerations in selecting toys for different handicaps; for example, toys for visually impaired children should…

Describes ten steps involved in successful renovation of a college recreation center. They are as follows: hire the right architect, be realistic about costs, devise a plan, do a mental walk through, approach the renovation in phases, communicate to users, expect lost revenue and displacement issues, continue to communicate with architects and…

Outlines the reasons for a need to know more about water and swimming pool dangers with regards to young children and how to make these water areas more safe. (BB)

Offers strategies for adapting elementary level physical education content to fit into alternative spaces (when no gymnasium is available) while maintaining the integrity and flow of the curriculum. The paper focuses on: program quality; preparing for the unpredictable when it is necessary to quickly adapt to alternative spaces; planning for the…

New metal halide lighting systems installed in Phoenix outdoor recreational facilities reduce energy consumption 65 percent and have a life ten times that of the old incandescent lamps. (Author/MLF)

Palm Beach Atlantic College has overcome time, budget, and facility limitations to develop an active intramural sports program by using community facilities, extensive publicity, and team and individual competition. (JMF)

Court cases are reviewed to show factors that courts are most likely to examine in determining the legality of leasing public recreational facilities to private operators. A checklist for developing defensible leasing arrangements of public recreational facilities to private operators is provided. (CJ)

Details how soils, topography, and other natural and built features can make the siting of competitive and leisure aquatic facilities difficult. (EV)