Examines relative gender access to elementary school education from 1977 to 1990 in Imo State (Nigeria). It discusses the reasons for, and implications of, any observed gender disparities in access to elementary school education and suggests appropriate intervention strategies to eliminate obstacles to female access to education in Nigeria. (GR)

A review of case law on the constitutionality of state school finance provisions on equal protection and equal adequacy grounds is provided. Protracted rounds of litigation over the years in several states and a rash of recent suits reveal that this issue remains lively and contentious. (TJH)

Examines 3 stabilizing principles of small town organization that are intertwined with the survival of local schools: (1) centripetalism (inwardly focused community involvement); (2) inclusiveness of local associations and activities; and (3) distinctive identity. Discusses the effects of state pro-consolidation policies on rural economic…

Traces the trend toward increased local autonomy in Spanish education by placing this movement in historical context. Contends that public and social life in Spain may be disrupted by regional pressure for greater self-determination in education. Suggests that fundamental change will be best

Traces how state departments of education have evolved because of external pressures; how this is related to the responsibility of departments of education with local school systems in facility planning; how this varies by state; and how issues of educational equity, maintenance needs, and capital projects may increase departments' involvement.…

Describes the services and responsibilities of the state department of education in North Carolina. (MLF)

In 1986, an Alaska school district filed a petition under Chapter 9 of the United States Bankruptcy Code. Under the reorganization plan approved by the Bankruptcy Court in April 1988, teachers' salaries were significantly reduced. Discusses the legal implications of a Chapter 9 petition on a school district's collective bargaining agreements. (MLF)

Describes a study examining the degree to which state educational policies, state funding, and local policies dictate English-as-a-Second-Language programming. Cites four policy and funding variables that had a major influence on programs offered. Reviews four curricular designs found in the study and provides recommendations based on findings.…

A survey of 50 state-supported schools for students with deafness found that 41 were engaged in statewide outreach. Twelve states were authorized by statute, 13 by interagency agreement or memoranda of understanding, and 16 under less formal arrangements or independently. Some received state or federal funds, whereas others included such services…

Discusses Missouri v. Jenkins and the U.S. Supreme Court decision that the state of Missouri had no obligation to endlessly fund remedies to correct specific past school discriminations. An appendix discusses educational remedies for school segregation and what social science research says about their development and effectiveness. (GR)

This response to EC 604 970 focuses on how costs of special education are to be shared among all applicable agencies. Controversy is noted in payment for services for such populations as preschool children, "aging-out" individuals, and individuals with severe disabilities. States are urged to consider these issues in fiscal policy development.…

The Nurse Academic Collaboration Task Force was formed by the Texas Mental Health and Mental Retardation Commissioner to facilitate linkages between schools of nursing and state facilities, thereby improving the quality of nursing services and assisting in nurse recruitment for state facilities. The task force has identified practice opportunities…

Describes a 50-state study of the regulatory environment of 2-year colleges, focusing on patterns in budgeting flexibility, budget form, expenditure oversight, tuition and revenue control, local authority, and personnel administration. The highest degree of state control was over budgeting form and local autonomy, while the lowest was over…

Presents a computerized programmatic feasibility model for estimating revenues and expenditures of Minnesota school districts to determine whether a district or combination of districts could offer state-mandated instructional and support services on a continuing basis. Discusses four pilot applications relating to reorganization decisions. (SV)

State documents relating to assisting and assessing teachers were analyzed to determine the major areas and the levels of state control represented in these areas. A review of documents from all 50 states highlights the rapid growth in state mandates regarding teacher evaluation over the last 10 years. (SLD)