Three successful college-community relations programs include weekly televised conversations between president, students, faculty, and staff (University of Michigan); a neighborhood outreach and college awareness program (Virginia Wesleyan College); and a conference to help campus and community understand motives of and reactions to prejudice and…

Examines factors that caused resistance to California's recently mandated approach to reading and language arts instruction that focuses on authentic literacy experiences. Discusses pressures from teachers, administrators, and parents; shifts in student population; and testing. Presents illustrative scenarios from California schools. Suggests ways…

The varied service activities of Pacific Lutheran University (Washington) faculty and students illustrate the benefits of community service and service learning, including unique educational and personal development opportunities, preparation for citizenship, institutional visibility, and faculty professional and leadership development. Providing…

A dramatic, carefully planned, and well-timed campaign will convince voters to vote "yes" on school bonds. Outlines a 10-step program that will ensure winning at the polls. (MLF)

Results of a national survey of colleges and universities concerning alumni involvement in off-campus community service programs indicate a broad variety of activities. Steps to take in establishing and managing an alumni association community service project are outlined. (MSE)

Describes the effects of preparing for an accreditation visit on small colleges, focusing on best use of limited resources and appropriate responses to the review agency's report. Offers suggestions for college presidents on garnering collegiate and community good will during the accreditation process. Suggests that accreditation costs and…

Outlines planning procedures and strategies that enable special education supervisors to fit work transition programs for disabled students to local circumstances. Discusses school and community needs assessment to establish program goals; alternative program models; and planning imperatives related to knowledge of the community, staff background,…

The circular nonhierarchical organization of the Hishkoonikun local education authority in Kashechewan, Ontario (Canada), makes students the central focus of educational decision making, provides equality and improves accountability and responsibility among various educational stakeholders, and reflects Native cultural values and traditions. (SV)

Analysis of school bond elections in South Dakota and in South Carolina reveal some common patterns that can help school leaders conduct a successful campaign. Key recommendations include the following: (1) assemble a diverse community task force; (2) focus on "yes" voters; (3) plan early and stress personal contact; (4) bring in expert…

Uses data from a national survey to investigate how the Church of England voluntary schools influenced village church life in 1637 English and Welsh communities with populations ranging from 250 to 1,250 inhabitants. Results indicated that church school influence increased (1) church attendance of six- to nine-year-old children and adults; (2)…

Discusses the importance of community in critical thinking, presenting objectivist and nonobjectivist views of the conduct and teaching of critical thinking. An essential insight for education resulting from the nonobjectivist conception is the development of a commitment to the ethical values of community, democracy, freedom, and equality. (SM)

Discusses the current and future role of Advanced Technology Centers (ATC's) in economic development, assessing the changing nature of community college involvement in community/economic development and offering examples of diverse and employer-driven community college ATCs. Suggests ways for ATCs to contribute to economic/community development…

Discusses a psychology curriculum with two programs for involving students in volunteer community service. Describes an elementary school tutoring within a child psychology course and a program of credit for other volunteer work in a variety of settings. Includes procedures, decisions, pitfalls, and rewards of volunteer placement. Suggests that…

Discusses the extent to which violence can be accurately predicted, suggesting interventions, control, and remediation. The educator's role in reducing violence includes dealing with the school, parents, media, and community. Educators need conflict resolution skills for defusing aggression and establishing better relations. (SM)

Schools and adolescent students in today's society need support from surrounding communities and meaningful people. Community organizations of all kinds are important for recreating the critical aspects of community that once made it possible to grow up and participate in the mainstream of society. (SM)