What’s New on the Web

Grade Configuration: Who Goes Where?—

How to configure grades for K–12 schooling has been a controversial topic for more than 80 years. This popular, out-of-print By Request looks into the different possibilities through a sampler of eight Northwest schools with seven different spans. The school profiles are accompanied by observed outcomes and keys to success. http://www.nwrel.org/request/july97/grade.pdf

Snips and Snails and Puppy Dog Tails: Growing Up Male in the 21st Century—

While a considerable amount of attention has been given to gender equity issues affecting girls and women, researchers are now turning their attention to male stereotypes. This Early Childhood Education E-Newsletter recommends a variety of Web sites that provide insights into the issues and challenges encountered by boys growing up in our society. www.nwrel.org/cfc/newsletters/vol2_is10.asp

Parental Involvement Under the New Title I & Title III: From Compliance to Effective Practice—

The No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act continues the legislative commitment to parental involvement begun in 1965. This topical summary examines strategies for engaging parents as partners in their children’s learning and as participants in school planning and governance. www.nwrel.org/planning/reports/pi/pi.pdf