Argues that human development programs afford students in sociology and related fields with valuable experience regardless of current vocational goals. Describes the Southern Louisiana University's community Counseling Services Program as a multipurpose pedagogical tool in undergraduate sociology education providing field experience,…

Observing children's use of space and utilizing materials gathered from the community are discussed as ways of reflecting community in the classroom environment. (RH)

The termination of the Career Education Incentive Act will end the federalism era in career education. Future student needs must be met through school community collaboration and innovative delivery systems. (SK)

Discusses the effects of patronage politics on Chicago schools. Cites overtime abuse, poor job and program cost control, favoritism in contractual building maintenance, and capital building programs as some of the costs that political patronage imposes. (GC)

School and city officials in Pomona (California) have saved money by cooperating on a number of programs. These include building new schools, placing public parks next to schools, purchasing a computer, and sharing recreational programs. (MLF)

Describes the security system used by Schaumburg Township (Illinois) Community Consolidated School District to reduce vandalism. The system includes "master key control" to restrict access to keys, an after-hours alarm system, guidelines for community use of buildings, protective community attitudes, and full prosecution of vandals. (RW)

Describes the introduction of an Apple II microcomputer into Miami Lakes (Florida) Junior High School and its success in generating enthusiasm among teachers, students, parents, and the community. (Author/RW)

Presents a case study of a controversy resulting from the state textbook review process used in New Mexico. As a result of citizen projects, educators were forced to improve evaluation procedures and to reexamine their attitudes toward public involvement in education. Suggestions for effective handling of textbook protests are included. (AM)

Advocates the use of the school newspaper to keep both the public and the local school board informed. Suggests that some school boards prefer an uninformed public. (AEA)

Seeks to clarify the marketing process in the promotion of a school's educational offerings and the school's image within the community. Divides activities into advertising, personal selling, sales promotion, and publicity. Includes a sample promotional plan which identifies objectives and tasks required for development and implementation. (DMM)

A framework that fits all higher education institutions is developed with the aim of improving the understanding of academe's functional organizational structure, administrative processes, and its information needs. The principal functional subsystems, their main interrelations, and their interrelations with the external environment are…

Holds that many adolescent problems are related to the delayed adulthood that our society imposes on today's teenagers. Describes ways the schools can help teenagers to get involved in community activities, thereby enhancing their development and their sense of social responsibility. (GC)

With thematic exhibitions, many museums are broadening their outlook by developing programs that explain art from a humanistic as well as aesthetic standpoint. Described are the first small thematic exhibitions, funded by the Ohio Program in the Humanities, at the Cleveland Museum and the Public Monument Exhibition. (KC)

A year-round tennis instruction program was developed to provide an alternative to private club and municipal programs of tennis instruction. Private and group lessons were given at moderate prices. Other benefits of the program include improved community relations and more opportunities for experience for young tennis instructors. (JN)

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign conducts a instructional ice skating program for its students and the community. Activities include: a figure skating club; a speed skating club; ice hockey program; and ice skating classes. (CJ)