Discusses the process involved in curriculum changes. Describes the limiting factors that principals inherit. Outlines the successful use of the "contagion model" in implementing a mastery learning program as a curricular change in intermediate schools. (MD)

Outlines four issues that educators should examine and carefully follow in relation to educational reform emanating from state legislatures. They are, (1) school accreditation methods, (2) parent choice, (3) the National Governor's Association project, and (4) preparation of administrators. (MD)

The governors of the states of Tennessee, Utah, Arkansas, South Carolina, and Texas were interviewed on educational reform in their states. Their interviews show agreement in seven areas relating to educational reform. Presents excerpts from the interviews focusing on six questions. (MD)

For educational reform to succeed it must rely upon state and local leadership. Secretary of Education William J. Bennett outlines 10 questions important for state leaders to consider in relation to the development of quality education (MD)

A governor's involvement in education provides the power of a statewide partnership for educational improvement and is a proven method for gaining additional support for education. Educators should work at building communication and trust with governors and their staffs. (MD)

Questions the current push to improve education through legislation of higher standards in education. In Virginia the school boards association distributes a handbook of policies and resolutions to state legislators and asks that schools delinquent in standards be placed in receivership rather than impose educational reforms from above that are…

The governor of Georgia outlines the Quality Basic Education Act that resulted from the recommendations from the Governor's Education Review Commission. (MD)

The governor of Kentucky discusses how the quality of education both affects the quality of life in a state and is an incentive to private industries considering locating in a region. (MD)

The governor of South Carolina discusses the passage of the Education Improvement Act of 1984. It has affected the private industry sector and the development of a new confidence felt by the public. (MD)

The governor of Tennessee describes five major ruts educators can fall into that prevent the possibility for educational reform. He points out that a few common-sense goals and a willingness to try something new can improve anything, even education. (MD)

The governor of Texas discusses the adoption of the Texas Educational Opportunity Act in 1984 and its effects on the state. Also discussed is the declining role of the federal government in funding of education and how the states have absorbed massive cuts in funding in critical areas of education. (MD)

The governor of Utah presents 13 challenges he has issued to Utah's educators. (MD)

The governor of Virginia presents proposed changes that should occur in education. He believes public policy about education must be articulated and that the priority of education should be clearly established among services offered by state government. (MD)

Presents findings from the Research for Better Schools study of the 571 secondary schools that the United States Department of Education has chosen as "successful" schools demonstrating excellence. The study found that the formula is fairly simple and includes, clear goals, high expectations, and hard work. (MD)

Questions the extent to which administrators contribute to the effectiveness of English departments and to evaluation of teachers based on trust. Describes the peer evaluation program developed at Evanstown Township High School (Illinois) and asserts that interaction at a level of trust is the secret of evaluation for the purpose of effective…