The Community Affairs Office at Sewickley Academy in Pennsylvania has developed a program that opens its doors to the community by offering space to local organizations and by sponsoring programs for area residents. Not only does this make the community more aware of the school's contributions and give the student greater opportunity to develop…

When the Rincon Valley School District realized that a sixth-grade teacher's lengthening absences were due to Acquired Immune Deficiency Disease, the district and the teacher chose to handle the case in the open. The experience with the school, students, families, and the community has been positive while providing a supportive environment for the…

The general public ascribes student failure to diminished delivery of services by schools. Schools blame the public for lack of financial support. This paper addresses the need for educators to change the public's perception of education by stressing positive accomplishments. Suggestions for interaction with the community are offered. (MT)

The author reviews the argument that teachers, parents, and children are all interrelated and function within a complex ecology. He summarizes existing models for facilitating teacher-parent interaction and analyzes inappropriate assumptions concerning this interaction. Implications and recommendations for improving the school-community…

Points out that literacy is receiving unprecedented attention because business leaders have discovered the economics of it. Business does not want to educate its employees in basic skills but is concerned that these deficiencies cost millions annually. Suggests that schools, businesses, and community-based organizations need to work together at…

A public information program that is comprehensive but not costly is within the reach of any school system. Twenty-two time honored tips are briefly described. (MLF)

Describes the Principle of the Alphabet Literary System (PALS), an interactive video system developed to bring adults who cannot read, write, or comprehend above a fifth-grade level to the point of functional literacy. (JOW)

A physical education curriculum development process in Lincoln, Nebraska, involving community, parents, students, teachers, and administrators is described. (MT)

This paper describes the important role of community organization in providing reinforcing factors necessary to enable students to adopt dietary behavior changes recommended in a school health education program for cardiovascular health. The subjects were 55 urban, black, sixth grade students. The pilot program was of two years duration.…

The significance, etiology, transmission, and distribution of arthropod-borne viral encephalitis (ABVE) is reviewed. Collaborative control measures are described. (MT)

Presents a list of suggestions for using the telephone that intend to make the most of opportunities to strengthen the bond between the school and the community. (EL)

Outlines a five year old student leadership program in a New York state high school. This is a year-round multi-faceted program that serves the needs of students, school, and community. (MD)

Describes a range of vocational education programs varying in scope, teaching methods, and educational philosophy that are developing throughout the country as a result of community and industry needs. (MD)

Reporting on a survey of southwestern school principals' public relations practices, the author implies that training in public relations activities is needed to improve public confidence in education. A table of survey findings is included. (MD)

Indicates that external relationships with associations, institutions, agencies, businesses, and constituencies are a major factor in determining the future of community colleges. Demonstrates the need for high quality and in-depth relationships. Offers suggestions for planning, implementation, and evaluation of effective and appropriate external…