This manual, which is distributed to participants in a training program for school-level administrators associated with the management of bilingual education programs in Florida, contains a wide range of different types of material. The topics covered include the following: (1) a brief description of bilingual education and an outline of its historical development; (2) a summary of bilingual education legislation; (3) the needs and problems of limited English proficient students; (4) information to promote multi-cultural awareness and appreciation, with special focus on Hispanic, Indochinese, Haitian, and Mexican-American cultures; (5) a literature review of competencies for principals of bilingual schools; (6) information on staff selection and development; (7) descriptions of bilingual curriculum materials; (8) myths and facts about bilingual education; and (9) materials for community relations. (KH)