Provides a discussion of the definition of sexual harassment, the types of sexual harassment, the "reasonable woman standard," and employer liability for sexual harassment. Provides some suggestions for avoiding liability. (MLF)

The Single Audit Act of 1984 was amended in 1996. Consequently, the Office of Management and Budget revised Circular A-133, which brings together all recipients of federal money under one circular. Discusses these changes and the effect they will have on audits of school districts. (MLF)

Proposed rules by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for drug and alcohol testing of school bus drivers are expected to be implemented by early 1994. DOT regulations are very specific. School districts need to decide whether to establish their own program or contract with a full-service drug-testing firm. Explains the seven major elements…

Transporting infants, toddlers, and preschool children with disabilities to provide early intervention services is part of this nation's commitment to young children. Explains relevant federal statutes; lists acronyms and public laws affecting school transportation; and summarizes training issues to provide safe transportation for this diverse…

Discusses the "Right-to-Know Laws" passed since 1980 that protect employees from hazardous materials in the work place. Outlines Massachusets' law and the employee training materials developed for use by schools in that state. (MD)

Discusses the Office of Management and Budget's recent requirement that all state and local governments receiving federal grants undergo a single audit (a comprehensive financial and compliance audit conducted by one audit firm or organization) at least once every two years in conjunction with an appropriate federal or state agency. (JBM)

The magnitude of special education funding requirements has placed strains on both state and local budgets. Funding formulas for special education can be grouped as resource based, child based, or cost based. A table provides a summary of the incentives and disincentives associated with each type of funding. (13 references) (MLF)

Outlines what is required of school districts for compliance with new regulations that require employers to test drivers with a commercial driver's license for the illegal use of alcohol and controlled substances. (MLF)

Constructing school facilities requires a multitude of considerations. Outlines a suggested sequence of processes and events that will be helpful in the three- to four-year planning phase. (MLF)