This article offers a rationale for integrated school services for children at risk, describes characteristics of successful models, discusses probable barriers, and gives recommendations for implementation. Such programs are seen as offering an array of necessary services at convenient community sites. (DB)

In response to increasing youth violence, schools are urged to develop cooperative relations with the juvenile justice network; develop standards of classroom management; and develop a carefully planned school safety program to respond effectively to local campus problems and ensure favorable treatment by the courts in resolving conflicts over…

This study examined each of Kansas's 40 local interagency coordinating councils, which were established to coordinate services to infants and toddlers with special needs and their families under Part H of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 1990. The study looked at council scope, productivity, membership, governance, training…

This paper explains the interdisciplinary team concept blended with the family-centered approach in a psychiatric setting and applies the approach in a case study of a family with a child diagnosed with mental retardation, autism, and severe behavior problems. Practical suggestions for implementing such a family-centered/interdisciplinary team…

Presents excerpts from interviews from a variety of professionals from the United States, Canada, Australia, and Denmark examining the role of early childhood professionals in the global economy. Suggests that increasingly, systems and products, expertise, and support will flow freely across national boundaries. Gradually, all early childhood…

This article discusses development and implementation of a community-based residential program for deaf blind young adults at the Hilltop House (Texas). The article outlines principles of sound management, realistic staff expectations, developmentally appropriate activities, family participation, crisis management, medication, and close…

The Veterans Administration (VA) is a primary educator of optometry students, with each college of optometry being affiliated with at least one VA hospital. Ideally, fourth-year optometry students rotate through a specific VA facility for about 12 weeks. Guidelines are designed to provide optimum care in a rich learning environment. (MSE)

This article describes the process of interagency coordination for personnel development in early intervention, relates stages of the coordination process to evaluation of state planning teams, discusses the literature on interagency coordination and group development in relation to the case of North Carolina, and provides guidelines and…

Innovative school-age day care programs include Tennessee's Extended School Program; Hawaii's After-School Plus program; San Antonio's Kid's Involvement Network (offering middle school supervision); Aurora, Colorado's state-licensed Year-Round School Recreation Plan; and Pomona, California's Child Development Program. These public school programs…

This paper describes an integrated, extended year pilot program which integrated 18 preschool and elementary children with severe disabilities into community recreation programs. The paper discusses the program development process; preliminary results of the program; and evaluative feedback from recreation agency staff, nondisabled children, and…

State-level early childhood leaders were surveyed regarding issues related to early childhood transitions. Respondents indicated considerable concern about transition issues; concerns were less when respondents perceived their state as having developed state transition policies and utilizing local interagency agreements. States varied…

A November 1993 conference in Seattle, Washington, is recommended as a national model for initiating change in public policy as it impacts adult learning disability and literacy issues. Participants included a coalition of federal, state, and local policymakers and agencies as well as adults with learning disabilities and persons providing…

Eight steps to use in promoting the alumni office on campus and create lasting ties with other campus offices are outlined. They include keeping in personal contact with campus colleagues, staying involved in campus programs, keeping the top administrators and campus informed of activities, garnering support, being professional, keeping current.…

New Jersey is strengthening its high-technology economy by encouraging technology transfer through supporting advanced technology centers, funding academic researchers for technical problems of immediate industry interest and application, and forming other, less-structured alliances. Better interaction between the state's research community and…

Discusses efforts of states to develop plans to implement the Child Care and Development Block Grant and reexamine and strengthen state child care policies. Describes plans from four states. Lists key elements for an effective early childhood development system. (SH)