Does student voice matter? This study examined how Latinx students used their voice to share their experiences about how they were perceived and treated at their schools. Data collection included focus groups with Latinx students. Students' responses indicated they did not feel safe nor did their school create a caring environment. Students' also…

The recent policy focus on the turnaround of persistently low-achieving schools has generated considerable debate about the reforms needed to dramatically and quickly increase school performance. The purpose of this article is not to focus on specific turnaround interventions, but rather on the identification of schools slated to receive these…

The primary purpose of this study is to determine a preliminary national percentage of students who are "504-only." The survey data reveal that 504-only students represent 1.2% of the public school population. There is a significant difference in the 504-only percentage with regard to school level, with middle and high schools having a…

Principals over 60 years of age tend to infringe on the civil rights of students more than their younger colleagues. Such is the kind of data turned up in a study of Kansas principals. Other findings are equally intriguing. (Editor)

Illustrates the extreme diversity of private education and defends the use of the term "private" or "nonpublic." (WD)

Presents a model for needs assessment in school programs. The approach collects data from personal interviews with students, parents, community members, and professional staff; from an analysis of the existing curriculum; and from an in-depth student profile. (Author/WD)

Given that America is still a dangerously racist, classist, and sexist society and that students need opportunities to celebrate their diverse cultural backgrounds, the failure of the nation's schools to educate African-American students must be reexamined. Change strategies include making the curriculum more multicultural and reorienting…

Because of their educational training, visibility, and leadership positions, school counselors and administrators must work as a team to promote cultural diversity for students, teachers, parents, and community members. Schools may choose to investigate racial-identity development through a model delineating conformity, dissonance, resistance and…

Middle level principals should take the leadership role now in responding to the issues of (1) reduction of middle level teacher ranks to meet the coming elementary and high school teacher shortage and (2) the need for computer literacy training for teachers. (MLF)

Schools should strive to create an environment in which students' self-worth and identification with the accomplishments of their heritage provide them with a positive foundation for future success. An acceptance of cultural diversity can be achieved through curriculum infusion, integration, and realignment. Schools should reflect the worth and…

The Family and Medical Leave Act (1993) allows employees time off to care for themselves and others. The FMLA and its enforcement guidelines attempt to balance teachers' need for flexibility in handling family issues and students' need for instructional quality and continuity. Schools need written policies and legal counsel. Special rules and…

The Student Problem Identification/Resolution Program developed by the U.S. Department of Justice Community Relations Service assists school administrators in addressing racial/ethnic tensions manifested on secondary school campuses. The project involves students, teachers, and administrators in improving schools' learning environment through…

Various undercurrents, both productive and unproductive, influence today's schools. To succeed, the secondary principal must understand and manage these currents. This article reviews some popular education articles and books that criticize faddism and discuss evaluation criteria for high schools. Other challenging issues involve increasing legal…

Reviews the school restructuring movement and its progress at San Diego City Schools, highlighting changing roles and shifting relationships therein. San Diego's early restructuring activities stressed bottom-up reforms requiring extensive administrative support. Although 20% of (innovative) principals experienced little role change, many others…

The results of a survey of Virginia secondary schools indicate significant statistical relationships between school attendance and various aspects of curriculum, school organization, and school staff. (DS)