Preschool parent-teacher associations (PTAs) help parents learn more about their young children through interaction with other parents. Current programs and activities of other preschool PTAs and organizational ideas are listed. (DF)

Block parent programs that provide homes where children can seek help in case of emergencies as they go to and from school are described. Programs in Phoenix (Arizona), Detroit (Michigan), and the states of Oregon and Kansas, emphasize cooperation with local law enforcement agencies. (PP)

This article reports on the status and major activities of parent associations at the United States Department of Defense Dependents Schools in Europe. Strengths and weaknesses of these schools, which serve over 100,000 American children, are discussed. (PP)

Activities of Special Education Parent Teacher Associations (SEPTAs) and issues which concern their membership are reported, based on information from a survey of some of these organizations in 12 states. (PP)

This article suggests ways that parent-teacher associations can participate in a new drug and alcohol project launched by the national organization. A quiz to increase awareness of drug abuse is included, along with a list of educational materials and sources of further information. (PP)

This article, based on the experiences of the Ainsworth (Oregon) Parent Teacher Association, offers a step-by-step guide for parents who wish to bring computers into their children's schools. Ways to build public and school support, do necessary planning and research, evaluate available equipment, and implement the program are suggested. (PP)

Members of the Fargo (North Dakota) Parent Teacher Association helped launch an effort to set up a citywide safety patrol program. A safety committee did research on safety patrols, circulated petitions, and helped win legislative support for a passage of a law providing for school patrols in the state. (PP)