The New American Schools Development Corporation (NASDC) was established in 1991 by President Bush to funnel corporate funds into innovative designs for "new American schools." NASDC's board will decide on a few proposals that will receive up to $20 million each over 5 years to develop, implement, and market their designs. These…

Describes the school-business partnership developed at the Alice Smith Elementary School in Minnesota. Includes a discussion of nine guidelines for schools to follow in the development of corporate-school relationships. (MD)

Describes how the Philadelphia Eagles helped Drew Elementary School in West Philadelphia to transform an unappealing asphalt area into a playground. (EV)

The Central Bucks (Pennsylvania) Educational Foundation is one of approximately 1,500 public education foundations established by cities, towns, and school districts across the nation. About 65 urban districts have foundations belonging to the Public Education Fund Network. Annual budgets range from $3 thousand to $2 million. Benefits and startup…

A 1988 survey of 58 medical schools found that medical schools vary widely in the commercial support received for medical-school-based continuing medical education (CME) courses. Results indicate that commercial support is a sizable secondary source of CME revenue that warrants monitoring and study. (JOW)

Discusses why it is important to be cautious and do careful assessment before giving donors name recognition as a reward for their generosity. Examples of how some schools have handled naming-rights deals are highlighted. The problem arising when a donor's actions embarrass the school is addressed. (GR)

Discusses the shift from public funding of the university to corporate sponsorship and dependence on other private sources. Acknowledges how students are forced into corporate jobs to repay school debt. Suggests using English to promote a setting which encourages students to value people over profits, enjoy access to quality education, and value…

This year, Albuquerque Public Schools plan to generate over $400,000 in cash pledges and exceed $300,000 in in-kind contributions for an ongoing campaign to support its athletic programs. Marketing strategies will involve foundations, scoreboard sponsors, award recognition programs, broadcast rights, special events and promotions, and sports…

Asserts that pressing the corporate model onto the university world jeopardizes the preservation of precious academic values and broader democratic rights, stating that the corporate model concentrates power, restricts the production and application of knowledge, and increases uniform behavior, self-censorship, and when needed outright…

Describes changes and program cuts at the University of Rochester as an illustration of a university being invaded by the corporate ethos, with the result that the school resembles an airport mall more than an institution of learning and community. Asserts that academics have a particular role to play in creating alternatives to a homogenizing…

A survey of 15 corporate volunteer program managers found that administration was complicated by limited staff time and lack of clear policies; employee preferences and incentives/rewards had a higher priority than impact on customers and community; feedback on program results was mostly informal; and 73% reported no measurement process. (Contains…

This article reports how corporations and local businesses can be considered as motivators for the art programs that art teachers create. This industry can provide resources for the implementation of unique artistic endeavors. The art competition sponsored by the Huffines Auto Dealerships to middle and high school students in Denton, Lewisville,…

The process of schooling in the post-modern era is multi-faceted, as neo-liberal economic forces threaten to alter educational systems. Powerful influences are expecting school districts to provide an educational system responsive to the needs of private corporations, which may conflict with student needs. This research inquires into and strives…

In recent years saving the music has become a favorite project of major corporations, especially as privatization of public schooling has gained momentum. Here, the author presents examples of these projects like the corporate-sponsored initiative "VH1 Save the Music" which claims helping flailing school music programs. Among other things, she…

A description is given of the work and resources of the Wellness Councils of America, a national umbrella organization established to provide direction and support services to community-based Wellness Councils. A Wellness Council is a membership organization made up of employers that promote wellness programs at the worksite. (JD)