Developed as a report for the United States Office of Education, data presented have been modified from the suggested format for ease of reading and reference. Processes involved in the vocational and adult education planning cycle are to: (1) identify needs, (2) define needs, (3) design programs, (4) specify training staff, equipment, and facilities, (5) identify and select students, (6) perform instruction, (7) assist in placement, and (8) evaluate through follow-up. The two major sections of the document discuss the total educational program manpower needs and employment opportunities and the vocational education program extension and improvement plans. The appendixes contain: (1) 1968-69 Texas total expenditure estimate, (2) special adult programs 1968-69 projected activities, (3) 19 illustrative tables, (4) location of area vocational schools, and (5) a vocational and adult education organizational chart. (DM)