Presents observations of a newly appointed Amish teacher in an Amish school and reveals classroom procedures in elementary-level education during several periods in the school year. Observations reveal no classroom competition, yet successful student learning. There were few significant differences between the practices of experienced and…

Describes treatment using combination of behavioral techniques, contingency management with positive reinforcement, and stimulus fading for kindergarten girl who was referred to school counselor because of her unwillingness to verbally communicate with her teacher and peers. Discusses how counseling techniques produced desired outcomes, expanding…

Describes experimental research agenda that involved incorporation of familiar activities into holistic emerging, student-directed curriculum for students labeled as exceptional, emotionally disturbed, conducted disordered, or generally at risk. Describes attempt to develop curriculum of the mind which could help reconstruct the child's way of…

While most people would readily agree that all family members and especially children are likely to experience adverse effects to their personal development as a result of being homeless, it is both surprising and distressing to note how little attention this topic has received in the professional literature to date. Counselors are well-advised to…

This booklet discusses obstacles to effective drug education programs and suggests components that should be included in order to ensure effective programs. The first section presents six questions to ask of one's drug education program, noting that a poorly conceived program can do more harm than good. The second section focuses on convincing…

This document consists of one module extracted from a six-module larger work. Module 3 consists of seven articles on developing and offering student self-help support groups. Article titles and authors are as follows: (1) "Youth Engaged in Self-Help: A Guide for Starting Youth Self-Help Groups" (Mary K. Parkinson, Nancy Sax); (2)…

The objective of this monograph on adolescent stress is to make advisers more aware of what teenagers are experiencing. The focus is on individuals from the ages of 10 to 18 and the special types of stress that occur to them. The first chapter discusses recognizing and understanding stress. Physical, psychological, and social effects of stress are…

It has been established that school-age children of divorce are considered a population at risk. The school is a potential resource for these children. School personnel, and especially teachers, need to be aware of the common problems associated with divorce seen within the school setting and how to intervene. (Author)

Discusses various adjustment reactions displayed by some parents in the process of crisis resolution when they are informed by school psychologists that their child is handicapped. Presents implications for the school psychologist's role with parents of exceptional children within a crisis intervention framework. (Author/ABL)

Parents and community members must be educated to understand nongraded primary education and how primary age children need to be schooled in order to provide the best education. The larger school community should play a significant role in developing and implementing nongraded plans. Schools must encourage parents and community volunteers to…

Mentoring at-risk students has become one of the fastest growing and frequently used strategies across the nation to help young people. This document examines the structure and implementation of mentoring programs. Chapter 1 discusses mentoring as an appropriate and effective strategy. The mentoring relationship is examined, natural versus planned…

Real depression in children can manifest itself in many ways. Every human being is somewhat different and consequently distress signals and breaking points do not always imitate each other. What remains constant is the internal emotional desert and emptiness. Depression is not just feeling sad or lethargic. Depression is a state in which…

It is important to discuss sexuality with elementary students. Elementary teachers can help children learn to share public space with people who are similar and different from themselves. This should include discussions of homosexual people. One reason to discuss sexuality in elementary schools is that it is already present in students' lives (via…

Compares two types of multiple criteria models used to select children for gifted classes. Breadth models, depth models, and a more traditional Intelligence Test Model were applied to fourth graders (N=159). Results indicated depth models included more students with unusually high IQ scores and more promising underachievers. (Author)

Describes a pilot project in Montgomery County, Maryland aimed at developing a clear, functional procedure for identification of specific learning disabilities. An interdisciplinary team is used to interpret test scores that compare intelligence and achievement, and serves as a consultant to school staff members. (JAC)