When discipline problems arise, the referral system outlined here, in which teachers, counselors, and administrators know what is expected of them, may help principals save time and retain effectiveness. (JM)

Attempts to make sense of a rather confused picture of the varied factors, agencies, and influences concerned with and affecting policy regarding arts education. Presents highlights of a proposal by the Assembly of National Arts Education Associations concerning the federal government's role in arts education. (Author/JM)

Ten suggestions for administrators concerning objectives setting, employee participation, yearly reviews, and other aspects of management by objectives programs. Reprint available from Business Horizons, School of Business, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN 47405. (JM)

A survey of 665 city mayors, county commission chairpersons, and city managers in eight states indicates that they contact a broad range of state agencies for various purposes, but especially for their resources. The manner of contact (direct and/or legislator involvement) used by the various officials is explored. (Author/IRT)

The assistant principal is potentially the most effective leader to spearhead a drive toward renewing quality educational programs. This report includes an extensive bibliography on personalizing instruction. (Author/LD)

The role of trustees on college governing boards is addressed. A board chairman expresses the opinion that to elect trustees solely for their ability to contribute money is insulting, and two presidents spell out more detailed criteria for optimum trusteeship, particularly with respect to the relationship between presidents and boards. (Author/JMD)

The principal's new role as instructional leader involves leading curriculum development efforts and creating a climate for successful educational innovation. (JM)

Prepared school administrators can devise positive and effective strategies for responding to demands for citizen involvement while minimizing the likelihood of negative effects on educational processes and organizational objectives. (Author/MLF)

An administrator of an "overachieving" school is more likely than other administrators to set reading objectives and formulate evaluation procedures, promote cooperation between classroom teachers and the reading support personnel, and provide adequate instructional materials. (Author/IRT)

This study applies empirical evidence from a large sample of library directors to the conflicts between the internal role of the director and his/her activities with library resources and constituents. The same data are used to study variations in that role. (Author/CWM)

The application of future studies to the administration of student services promises to produce more than projections and forecasts; it can affect one's total concept of management and influence the entire institution. This article explains the futurist perspective, its application, and the forces of change that brought it about. (LPG)

Briefly outlines the roles and responsibilities of both principals and parents in the education process and discusses the relationship between the Parent Teacher Association and the principal. (IRT)

A study of 50 schools investigated extent to which the degree of congruence in principal's and students' perceptions of the principal's role was related to the level of student conflict behavior. Results indicated high negative relationship and that a major determinant of student conflict may be perception of the school administration. (DS)

This statewide survey of secondary school principals in Virginia focused on administrator perceptions of arts education. More than 92 percent agreed with the concept of arts education, the goals and objectives of a comprehensive program, and the proposed criteria for an effective program. (Author/LD)

With viewpoints from the mother, father, and teacher of a 12-year-old learning disabled child, the article presents a case in which parents felt they were being "railroaded" into accepting their daughter's individual education plan (IEP). (SBH)