Describes how Elyria (Ohio) Schools passed an $8 million school levy in five months. Highlights successful techniques used in fundraising, publicity and advertizing, registering voters, creating a citizen speakers' bureau, obtaining editorial and church support, canvassing, telephoning, involving students, and obtaining endorsements. Diverse,…

Schools can initiate cooperative relationships with community agencies and help them develop programs to meet student needs. To help administrators assess the helping potential of various agencies, this article offers guidelines for considering agency staff, accreditation, references, professional and ethical stndards, insurance coverage,…

Given that schools are essential for economic development in most geographical areas, school systems must develop effective community relationships and learn how to market their "product" by using five basic advertising concepts: primacy of product, uniqueness, identification, timeliness, and price. (MLH)

This article describes a variety of activities conducted during a school-wide art week in a large suburban junior school (ages 7 to 11). As a result of the art week, the students gained an increased appreciation for the important role of arts, crafts, and design in the adult world and the school established new partnerships with many local…

This article describes a community-conceived health education program for grades K through six developed by the local United Way Health Foundation in cooperation with the schools and parents. Since 1973, these groups have participated in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of the health program through a community involvement…

A new computer program designed to reach out into the community as well as train students, faculty, and staff includes a built-in evaluation program. (MD)

Describes a program promoting academic achievement through quiz competitions between schools in Virginia. Includes descriptions of other programs promoting academic achievement. (MD)

Surveyed 256 secondary school counselors to examine their perceptions, awareness, and use of community linkages for career education. Results indicated that although counselors are more aware of some linkages than others, they see a strong need for such collaboration. Awareness was affected by the school setting, and student characteristics. (JAC)

Schools are turning to businesses to obtain support and resources to meet emerging educational needs. Various school-business interactions are described, and suggestions for developing such relationships are offered. (CB)

Describes how West Hills College responded to an earthquake which shook mid-California in May 1983. Looks at the immediate involvement of the college in relief and assistance activities, obtaining financial support for reconstruction projects, and cooperative efforts with the community. Includes emergency action guidelines and tips on special…

A demographic fact is that the population is made up of an increasingly larger percentage of old people. Senior citizens will vote in the same pattern as the rest of the population if they are informed. Presents ways schools can communicate better and gain the suppport of senior citizens. (MD)

What began as a community involvement event became a Renaissance Festival to celebrate learning that featured a math arcade, an individual investigation display, a gymnastics and physical fitness demonstration, a minifair for kindergarten and first-grade children, an art show, and a talent show. (MLF)

Reports on the controversy that surrounded a college production of Peter Shaffer's play, "Equus." (PD)

School philosophy statements should follow the models of private industry and be expanded to include consideration not only of students but also of teachers, parents, and the community. (MD)

Presents a six-step model for developing successful and productive linkages between community colleges and local community interest groups. (DMM)