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Yatvin, Joanne – Principal, 1984
Disputes the assertions made in "A Nation at Risk" that extended school days and years would be beneficial and that more stringent academic requirements should be adopted. Asserts that the National Commission on Excellence in Education fails to understand both foreign educational systems and American educational needs and values. (PGD)
Descriptors: Educational Improvement, Educational Objectives, Elementary Education, Extended School Day
Owens, Dan; Vallercamp, Nancy – Principal, 2003
The principal and vice-principal of a California elementary school describe the eight critical elements that helped them develop a model expanded-day program at their school: identifying needs; sharing a vision; fostering staff ownership; investing in staff development; creating partnerships; linking learning to state standards; measuring and…
Descriptors: After School Programs, Community Involvement, Elementary Education, Extended School Day
Mazzarella, Jo Ann – Principal, 1984
State-of-the-art review suggests extending time in school will increase achievement only modestly--and at great expense. (Author/DCS)
Descriptors: Costs, Elementary Secondary Education, Extended School Day, Extended School Year
