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Cox, Caroline – Journal of Pesticide Reform, 1991
Ways teachers have used insects in and out of the classroom to help nurture children's fascination are discussed. Projects for elementary, secondary, and college classes are described. (CW)
Descriptors: Ecology, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education, Experiential Learning
O'Brien, Mary – Journal of Pesticide Reform, 1991
The effects of neurotoxins on the development of the central and peripheral nervous systems are discussed. Organophosphates, carbamates, organic solvents, and dioxin are highlighted. The effects of long- and short-term exposure are described. (CW)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Educational Facilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education
Benson, Edmund F. – Journal of Pesticide Reform, 1991
The background and development of the integrated pest management program in the Dade County, Florida, Schools is discussed. The activities of this IPM program are described. (CW)
Descriptors: Educational Facilities, Educational Planning, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education
Bennett, Mary Ellen – Journal of Pesticide Reform, 1991
The efforts of one family to change the pesticide policy of their school district are described. Stressed is the need to educate teachers, physicians, and students. (CW)
Descriptors: Educational Facilities, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education
Currie, William E. – Journal of Pesticide Reform, 1991
The development of an effective Integrated Pest Management program is discussed. Provided are the common goals and procedures involved in adopting an Integrated Pest Management program for schools. (CW)
Descriptors: Educational Facilities, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education
Taylor, Sharon – Journal of Pesticide Reform, 1991
The preparation of a report, slide show, and brochure to promote awareness of the hazards of toxic pest control for school pest management personnel in the San Diego Unified School District is discussed. The future plans of the coalition are proposed. (CW)
Descriptors: Educational Environment, Educational Facilities, Educational Planning, Elementary Secondary Education
Mullarkey, Barbara – Journal of Pesticide Reform, 1991
A 2-year involvement to change the pesticide policy of the Oak Park, Illinois, schools is described. The new policy is discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Educational Facilities, Educational Planning, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education
Forbes, William – Journal of Pesticide Reform, 1991
Described is the successful development of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program in a school system in Maryland. The importance of training both staff and the community are stressed. (CW)
Descriptors: Community Education, Educational Environment, Educational Facilities, Elementary Secondary Education
