The evaluative processes used to judge the services of contemporary high schools need the involvement of a broader cross-section of educators and new insights. Scrutiny of the regional associations of the National Study of School Evaluation is also needed. (MD)

Small rural schools can use telecommunication and educational networking to gain access to information and extend curriculum. Provides a model plan for developing a technology cooperative. (MD)

Describes a two year pilot program which made a significant step toward improving academics, morale, and student/parent involvement which helped a Florida junior high school earn national recognition. (MD)

Briefly outlines the historical dimensions of the influence of colleges on secondary schools. Presents seven lessons learned from the transcript study. Asserts that current educational reform must involve both secondary and postsecondary levels in tandem. (MD)

Outlines the findings from the NASSP Task Force on Effective School Climate including clear definitions of school climate and a model illustrating the inputs and outputs of the school environment. Includes a table for the model. (MD)

Presents the results of a national survey conducted in 1983 that investigated teachers', administrators', and parents' preferred strategies for educating gifted secondary school students; reviews related program evaluation data, particularly as regards accelerated courses and independent study programs. (MCG)

Describes school/college cooperative programs operating across the country. Six programs coordinate services and resources; three are research consortia in predominantly rural schools. Lists six features of successful programs. (MD)