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Riley, Richard W. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1986
The National Governors' Association Task Force on Readiness presented policy recommendations to help at-risk children prepare for school and meet new educational standards. Suggested state initiatives include various outreach and preschool programs for low-income families, assistance with basic skills and teacher training, and incentives and…
Descriptors: Developmental Programs, Economically Disadvantaged, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education
Alexander, Lamar – Phi Delta Kappan, 1986
Summarizes the work of seven National Governors' Association task forces (on teaching, leadership, parent involvement and choice, readiness, technology, school facilities, and college quality) and the "action agenda" proposed. The governors' recent report is unique for its authorship, the tough issues tackled, and its follow-up plan.…
Descriptors: Educational Change, Educational Facilities, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education
