High school coaches and activity advisers who apply participatory management principles will be far more effective in the 1990s than those who do not. Democratically managed activities are consistent with effective schools research. All activities should be managed within a single activities department and have positive educational outcomes.…

Teachers may be required to perform extra-duty assignments if they are professional in nature, not unduly time-consuming, and related to their specialty areas--even in the absence of policy statements. Teachers can be expected to take over study halls, attend parent-teacher association meetings, and supervise field trips, detention programs, and…

The greatest deterrent to drugs and gangs is a full, high-quality student activity program. Cocurricular activities offer peer counseling groups, nurturing clubs, relationship building, and enormous support for youngsters at minimal cost. Potential dropouts can be engaged by car clubs, job opportunities, and computer use programs. Eliminating…

Shares information on current scheduling trends within Iowa and explains why some schools have adopted a more cautious schedule-modification posture. In Iowa, there is strong support for cocurricular activities, including music and art, and faculty resistance, based on instructional issues. Test scores are high with a traditional schedule. (13…

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)

Discusses how numerous legal sources (Constitutional, federal, state, local, and common law) affect everyday public school operations. Fields 10 questions regarding written and legally sound rules, common rules for district schools, board approval of club bylaws and activities, "in loco parentis," legal image, employee assignments,…

A study of the 18 "most effective" high schools in California uses analysis of questionnaires completed by administrators of the schools to identify eight recurring general factors of effectiveness. (DCS)

Interspersed among the results of a five-state regional survey, conducted in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas, the authors offer guidelines for conducting a student activity program. (JW)

Principals can improve the academic climate of their schools by setting educational objectives and eliminating extracurricular programs hindering their realization. Recommendations include scheduling extracurricular activities outside the school day, minimizing noninstructional uses of class time, and restructuring administration to allow…

Administrators can influence teachers in areas that are critical for successful school integration: effective teaching, handling discipline positively, getting feedback, and extracurricular activities. This article explains how all these areas can be handled to lessen racial tension. (Editor)

An Ohio study reveals that to reach the key position of vice-principal, it may be helpful for women seeking promotion to gain visibility through positions like counseling or through taking active roles as coaches or activity sponsors. (Author/JM)

The rehabilitative disciplinary process is the implementation of program variables that will have positive effects on the aggressive behavior pattern. This involves manipulation of environmental variables, peer relationships, teacher behavior, and productive behavior opportunities. (Author/MLF)

Reviews recent court cases relating to student, school, and staff responsiblity regarding student activities. Includes discussions of regulations concerning student participation, limitations on participation based on conduct, charging fees, and liability in injury cases. (MD)

The author explains a school-specific lesson observation format that meets the specific needs of teachers and evaluators. The lesson observation components of teacher evaluation become a positive experience for both teachers and evaluators using this system. (MD)

What should a student activities program be? What should it provide? Who should be responsible for its organization and smooth operation? Answers these questions in a discussion of this important part of every school's total program. (Editor/RK)