The National Commission on Excellence in Education authored a report, "A Nation At Risk," that investigates the declining state of the educational system in America, identifies specific problem areas, and offers multiple recommendations for improvement. This publication is designed to help school administrators use the Commission's report to improve schools and build support for quality education. It contains the complete text of the report, an outline of key concepts in the report, questions administrators may be asked about the report, and possible frameworks around which administrators may wish to build their own answers. Specific suggestions are offered administrators including using the report as a basis for discussions or planning sessions involving various groups along with ways to structure the format for such meetings. Other suggestions include forming a coalition for excellence in the community, and communicating the key concepts mentioned in the report to the community through speeches, newsletters, the news media, and personal contact. (MLF)