The author presents data compiled from answers to questionnaires concerning extra-curricular speech in High Schools. Analysis of the questionnaires indicates that cross-examination debating is most popular as a form of debate and that debate and/or forensic contests are the most popular method of school participation (Author/MS)

Concentration on narrow subject areas at the expense of all other activities develops a disintegrated and discontented student. (CK)

Presented is a plan used to pay teachers for extracurricular duties based on a point system. The plan is teacher-developed and helps ensure fairness in evaluating extracurricular compensation. Included is a description of the point system. (MD)

An innovative liability program provides protection to schools and generous financial assistance to catastrophically injured students. (MLF)

Argues for the continuation of competitive drama programs on the grounds that competition increases quality, and success fosters enthusiasm and support from students and community alike. (JMF)

The author discusses the advantages of student self-government and describes the work of student committees at Belper High School, Derbyshire, in setting up a student coffee shop, planning school sports, and orienting new students. (SJL)

An English teacher tells what out-of-school activities should include, what results are to be obtained from them, and, in general, what place they should occupy in the English school system. (IFS/WGA)

Describes successes encountered in teaching and sponsoring a school newspaper, and encourages others to sponsor school papers despite the pressures operating against such publications. (DD)

Describes the learning curve experienced by a new campus programming advisor from her perspective and from those of a colleague and supervisor. (EV)

Offers tips for cultivating volunteers for community college organizations: begin retention efforts early, "talk up" the organization, identify goals to determine what you can offer volunteers, and stay connected. (EV)