Following an introductory discussion of the role and use of libraries in New York State, this booklet provides information about the priorities of the Board of Regents of the University of New York for 1987 library legislation to help meet the goal of educational success for all New York residents. Discussions include proposed legislation intended…

Basic information in tabular form is presented about the elementary and secondary schools in Wisconsin. Introductory tables contain such information as alternative names of school districts; the numbers of schools; and enrollment, staffing, and other demographic data for each school district. Tables in section A give the complete annual school…

This position paper presents arguments countering the proposed closing of select small schools--particularly one geographically isolated school--in Randolph County, West Virginia. The first section briefly summarizes the county board of education's plan and rationale for school consolidation and the concerns of residents opposed to the school…

Among 15 conclusions and recommendations resulting from the study of Florida State funding of private postsecondary institutions are the following: (1) contracting with independent institutions for existing academic programs should continue to serve the state as a cost-effective and efficient mechanism; (2) the policies and procedures for…

This report presents the results of an evaluation of state workfare programs created since 1981, when Congress authorized work program options that let State Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) agencies experiment with new approaches. The report, divided into seven chapters, focuses on program characteristics, participants, how the…

This guide is designed for reform-jaded superintendents who, in spite of everything, still want to promote excellence in their schools. After a brief introductory chapter, chapter 2 reviews nine well-known national reports, most of which offer little help to superintendents. The guide recommends three books "High School: A Report on Secondary…

Statistical data for the 15 campuses of the Oregon community college system are presented in a series of 10 tables. Table I presents the percentage distribution of enrollment by major instructional program by college, 1985-86. Table II shows student full-time equivalencies by program for summer, fall, winter, and spring terms, 1985-86. Table III…

A study was conducted to assess the economic impact of Pueblo Community College (PCC) upon its three-county service area for the 1985-86 academic year. The study sought to demonstrate that state funding for PCC yields high economic dividends for Colorado, and that public higher education institutions can be accountable in terms of measurable…

The information in this report is presented in support of a request for state aid and assistance to the Nebraska Technical Community College Areas for the fiscal year 1986-87. Following an introductory statement which discusses the purposes of the data, clarifies terms, and lists special budgetary considerations, an overview is presented of…

Canadian interprovincial comparisons of university financing are presented for 1983-1984, with attention to: financial support provided to universities, how university financing fits into each government's priorities, and the proportion of provincial resources directed toward university financing. Information is provided on the following eight…

A study of policies governing state aid for education in four states over a 10-year period provided evidence that finance reform can lead to increased inequality in aid distribution. Two of the states studied, New Jersey and Maine, undertook major reform efforts in the 1970's, whereas the other two, New York and Rhode Island, did not. The study…

This report documents the impact of current educational reform movements and fiscal conservatism on urban school districts and profiles district operations and activities using survey results from 61 urban school districts constituting 84% of the National School Boards Association Council of Urban Boards of Education. The statistical data falls…

This plan outlines the funding for activities of the Indiana Consortium for Computer and High Technology Education for the 1987-89 biennium. The consortium was created by the Indiana General Assembly in 1983 to promote effective use of technology in schools, evaluate educational computer use, provide training, and assist local schools in…

The brochure is intended to help local school districts in Washington State design and implement programs for highly capable students. Included are a statement of Philosophy of Services, goals of such programs, a definition of "highly capable students," Information on identification of this population covers nomination, screening,…

The relationships among state appropriations to colleges, tuition and fees, and enrollment were studied at comparable institutions in 15 southern states. The 1982-1983 tuition and fees structures were assessed for institutions belonging to the Southern University Group. Changes in enrollment and tuition at both the graduate and undergraduate…