Describes a flexible computer management system that grades tests and keeps records in a competency-based teacher education program. (IRT)

The author analyzes ways in which a school-leaving profile, alone or as a component of an achievement record, might serve the needs of lower-attaining pupils at the point of their transition from school to work or to further education. Limitations are discussed and potentials highlighted. (CH)

Describes Beloit (Wisconsin) School District's systemwide policy on school-related rights of divorced parents. In 1982, a committee of divorce lawyers, clinical social workers, school administrators, and a judge designed a comprehensive policy (based primarily on "no fault" divorce provisions) governing visits during school hours,…

In Seattle, Washington, schools residential distribution of the student population is analyzed through a process known as "geoprocessing." This information enabled the district to close schools and design and operate a residence-based desegregation plan. Geoprocessing is also used for enrollment projections, transportation planning,…

Gives advice on the evaluation, purchase, and setup of a computerized student database for consolidation of scheduling, attendance, grades, and other recordkeeping tasks. Recommends questions to be asked and outlines a workable system configuration. (JM)

Details classroom use of SuperCalc, a software accounting package developed originally for small businesses, as a computerized gradebook. A procedure which uses data from the computer gradebook to produce weekly printed reports for parents is also described. (MBR)

Purported graduate school applicants requested their faculty advisors to complete letter of recommendation forms. The forms had identical questions, but two were marked the same--either "confidential" or "nonconfidential"--and the other was oppositely marked. Significant differences in faculty responses were found, with…

Describes a computer program called "Dispatcher's Assistant" that helps train drivers of special education vehicles, can supply first aid and emergency advice, and tracks individual student records. (MD)

Current legal ramifications of the right of privacy in students' school records are examined. It is suggested that resolution of the school record problem must be made with the realization that whatever is imprinted on a youth will affect his future and that of society. (LBH)

The primary purpose of this document is to help state and local education agencies and schools develop adequate policies and procedures to protect information about students and their families from improper release, while satisfying the need for school officials to make sound management, instructional, and service decisions. The document was…

In May 2005, the University of California, the California State University, and the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office provided the Commission with enrollment and degree data that identifies individual students. The data was provided in accordance with AB 1570, which authorizes the Commission to use a student identifier in its data…

When determining eligibility for certain services and providing needed and appropriate resources, human service agencies and education institutions often require that children and families share very private information about themselves. Laws and statutes are in place to protect the privacy of these individuals and to ensure that this information…

Describes a grade card system for charting student progress. (SB)

Counselor's legal responsibilities in release of information about students involves matters of parental rights to information; defamation, libel, and slander; and privileged communication. Counselor has little to fear provided he performs professionally and ethically. (Author)

Creating an open ended placement file for each student could have many advantages: long term followup, simplified alumni service, and closer counseling. (Author)