The Department of Education's Secondary School Recognition Program (SSRP) was developed to identify and recognize unusually effective public secondary schools and, through publicity and other means, encourage the emulation of their successful programs, policies, and practices by practitioners in other schools. This directory describes a small sample of the programs and practices that have brought success to the 202 schools identified as successful in 1983 and 1984. The material in this resource guide is a mix of offerings from urban and suburban high schools. The purpose of this guide is to encourage interested clients, educators, and other citizens to take advantage of the experiences of these schools and follow up on any interest that has been sparked. A general description of the school, a more detailed description of the specific programs, and contact person are outlined for each of the 17 programs, covering such areas as: (1) a science, mathematics, and research institute; (2) classes specifically for engineering fields; (3) a curriculum council for remediating courses for special needs students; (4) a comprehensive basic skills program; (5) expectations of excellence; (6) effective instruction models; (7) peer assistance programs; (8) improving self-image; (9) self-discipline and academic responsibility; (10) conflict resolution; (11) international education; (12) alcohol and drug abuse education; and (13) skill development. (CB)