Results indicate that counselors feel that role clarification would ensue if guidance pupil personnel services directors had administrative jurisdiction of programs, and that the main deterrent is traditional autonomy of the building principal. (Author)

The article discusses behavior modification techniques designed to prepare the child for integration into the regular class setting. (CD)

The author offers several observations concerning the changing role of the college faculty based on his experiences with the California State College system. (JH)

Changes occurring in educational organizations and the implications of these changes with respect to curriculum modification are discussed. (CK)

Results of this study of 20 elementary school principals indicate a relationship between the language usage of school administrators and the intensity of certain characteristics in their administrative behavior. (MK)

Article based on a address to the Governor's Environmental Education Conference, Boise, Idaho, March 28, 1969.

Based on an address given at a conference for school trustees in London, Ontario, on March 27, 1969.

This author discusses the need for employer-based career education, barriers to its widespread implementation, and how to overcome those barriers with changes in staffing and fund allocation. If career education is one of your top priorities, you'll find this indispensable reading. (Editor)

Superintendents and school board presidents help school board members remain dedicated, hardworking, and enthusiastic by eliminating unnecessary meetings, delegating tasks to administrators, avoiding information overload, requesting members' presence only when necessary, using the "proper channels" method to reduce workload and increase…

By having clear expectations and giving support and freedom to a new school district superintendent, this school board achieves a smooth transition and successful first year. Successful superintendents identify and utilize a staff's talents, stay on top of things, have straightforward positions grounded in convictions, and the ability to accept…

To provide an interpretive framework for social studies teachers involved with curriculum innovation, three major elements of the implementation process are examined: the curriculum, teachers, and the administrator of the school. (RM)

Reports on a study of the perceived goal emphases and time spent on the academic, administrative, and leadership functions by male and female allied health chairpersons. Makes recommendations about curricular modifications and professional development activities needed to encourage women to accept leadership positions in allied health. (JOW)

Considers the school principal to be the most effective public relations vehicle. Encourages visibility, community image, and professional presence. Stresses the power of both verbal and nonverbal communication in influencing public perceptions. Urges principals to learn and control the powers of perception. (DMM)

School superintendents asked to relate the most difficult personnel problems of their careers and how they dealt with those crises agreed that sensational cases are easier to handle than those requiring delicacy and patience. Anecdotes illustrate the superintendents' problems and their solutions. (MLF)

Recent pressures for school accountability and effectiveness herald a new public critique of schools and require that principals educate the public about the problems and goals of schools. (JW)