This report describes the Scarsdale, New York, Public Schools' mentor program for beginning teachers from the perspective of its second year (1986-87). In response to the challenge to provide support for new teachers and to vitalize an experienced staff, a collaborative program was developed among the Scarsdale Teachers Association, district…

In May 1968, the Special Committee on Community Life and Structure of Maryville College recommended that an All-College Council be organized by January 1969. Following approval of this recommendation by the Executive Council of the Faculty, the Special Committee proposed the nomination of 15 council members who were subsequently chosen in a…

This paper outlines a large urban community college's first attempt at implementing a common book program, in which all members of a campus read a designated work of literature. An overview is provided of the first-year experience, along with ideas for overcoming obstacles, involving faculty and staff, and obtaining sponsors. The paper gives the…

In 1923, R.A. Millikan was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for his work on the elementary charge of electricity and on the photoelectric effect. Recently, historical research had a focus on Millikan's publication practice, as well as on the role of his assistant, Harvey Fletcher. Several studies have raised doubts on whether Millikan can…

Similar to many other countries, an educational reform anchored in a managerial discourse was proposed in Israel in 2004 by the Dovrat Committee, encouraged by the "inter-state education gap" social problem that economist Dan Ben-David formulated on the basis of international examinations, such as PISA and TIMMS. Through a neo-Weberian…

Intended as a resource manual for new and continuing governing board members of College Cambrian College (CCC) in Ontario, Canada, this five-part guide includes information on board member orientation; the Ontario College System (OCS); the history, mission and operations of CCC; activities, responsibilities, and tenure of board members; and…

Anaheim executive committee report, April 2004 of American Chemical Society (ACS) is presented. It salutes the recipients of ACS awards at the CHED session and also covers the Spring 2004 ACS meeting abstracts, nominations for the division office and councilor's report.

The Washington Award for Vocational Excellence (WAVE) was established by the Washington State Legislature in March 1984 to be administered by the Commission for Vocational Education. The award is to be given to a graduating vocational high school student and is to be based on such criteria as character, attitude, attendance, leadership, civic…

A three-stage process for identifying gifted students includes nominations by peers, teachers, parents, psychologists, the students themselves, or other knowledgable persons; screening via profiles; and selection by a committee. (CL)

An ongoing study by the American Institute of Architects Committee on Architecture for Education seeks nominations of schools that demonstrate the highest standard of fit between educational programs and facilities provided. (MLF)

The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee held a hearing on the nomination of Margaret Spellings to be Secretary of Education. Statements were presented by: Michael B. Enzi, Chairman, Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions; Edward M. Kennedy, a U.S. Senator from the State of Massachusetts; Kay Bailey Hutchison, a…

Presents the organizational framework of the Society for General Music. Contains basic explanations of purpose, goals, and establishment; bylaws concerning personnel, the General Music Council, an editor, the Executive Committee, and the composition and function of the Council; membership; officers; publications; editorial board; and nomination,…

Research indicates that colleagues, administrators, students, and alumni have all identified similar general characteristics of effective college teachers and teaching and can make valid evaluations of individual teachers. A proposed process for identifying teaching award winners has two stages: (1) nomination using a rating and description form;…

This report presents in detail a unicameral government structure with supporting student and faculty caucuses, recommended for the University of New Hampshire by its Committee on Government Organization to (1) provide maximum participation to all members of the university community on a fair and equitable basis, and (2) provide a more efficient…

IN THE CALIFORNIA JUNIOR COLLEGE ASSOCIATION THERE ARE FOUR GROUPS OF COMMITTEES. THOSE ESTABLISHED BY THE CJCA CONSTITUTION ARE ASSIGNED FUNCTIONS IN (1) ACCREDITATION, (2) ARTICULATION WITH OTHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS AND AGENCIES, (3) ATHLETICS, (4) CONTINUING EDUCATION, (5) CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION, WITH SUBCOMMITTEES ON NURSING, REAL…