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Teacher Recruitment Practices And Teacher Supply And Demand Conditions In Selected School Districts In Six Southeastern States, Brenda J. G'Fellers

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purposes of this study were to determine the adequacy of teacher supply and to identify teacher recruitment practices used in large and small school districts in six southeastern states and to elicit from respondents ratings of the importance and effectiveness of the various teacher recruitment practices. A population of 362 small and large school districts in 6 states, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia, was surveyed in the late summer and fall of 1991. The return rate was 50.27%. The survey instrument had been developed by Roger L. Nall and was revised by the researcher. A …

The Impact Of Site-Based Management On Perceived Roles Of Superintendents, Board Chairpersons, Principals And Selected Central Office Personnel In Tennessee School Systems, Narvia D. Haywood

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The introduction of site-based management has had an impact on the operation of school systems in Tennessee; however no one seems to know for certain what that impact was. Findings from this study revealed that there is a basic understanding of the impact of site-based management as perceived by superintendents, board chairpersons, principals, personnel, budget, curriculum, and staff development administrators. Findings also revealed that central office staff and principals, for the most part, perceive that the superintendents and board chairpersons were supportive of site-based management programs. One hundred and eighty-one educators, including board chairpersons, responded to a fifty-four item questionnaire. …

A Case Study Of The New Elementary School In Kingsport, Tennessee, Debra R. Lee

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The statement of the problem was taxpayers and the general populace have expressed dissatisfaction with the current schooling/education results. Influential educators, similarly, have stated their belief(s) that educational practice no longer meets the requirements for production of a competitive citizenry. The purpose of this study was to investigate the process of developing a new elementary school in Kingsport, Tennessee. This study explores the process used by the Kingsport City School System to determine the sequence of analyzing, planning and implementing a new elementary school designed for the twenty-first century. In this qualitative study, four research questions were formulated. A reputational …

Self-Concepts Of Career Level Ii And Iii Teachers And Career Ladder Eligible Teachers In The Public Schools Of Tennessee, Lois C. Myers

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to determine whether there is a significant difference in the self concept of Career Level II and III teachers and teachers who are eligible to apply but have not elected to participate in the Career Ladder Program in the public schools of Tennessee. The technique of causal-comparative research was used in this study. The Tennessee Self Concept Scale (TSCS), developed by William Fitts, was selected as the appropriate instrument for use in this study. The TSCS is a versatile instrument that measures ten dimensions related to self concept: total level of self esteem, self …

The Degree Of Usage Of Strategic Planning In Tennessee School Systems, Billy B. Snodgrass

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to assess the extent to which strategic planning was used in Tennessee school districts and its relationship with school system size, geographic regions, student achievement, fiscal capacity, per pupil property assessment, and percentage of revenue from local sources. The study also sought to determine the perceived constraints and technical assistance needs of school systems regarding strategic planning. The 139 school superintendents in Tennessee were surveyed to determine the degree of use of strategic planning in Tennessee. Surveys were mailed in early September, 1992. Surveys were received over a period of several weeks. A return …

The Effects Of Retention In Elementary School On Subsequent Academic Performance And Instructional Practices, Janie H. Snyder

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of retention on the academic performance of students retained in the third and fifth grade during the 1985-86 school year. A follow up study was used to analyze changes in academic test results. Another purpose was to interview teachers who had retained students and teachers who had taught the children the next school year to determine what changes occurred in instructional practices. Forty retained students of Northeast Tennessee were matched according to sex and similar scaled scores on the Stanford Achievement Test. Scores were compared by grade and by year …

An Evaluation Of The Principal's Academies Of Tennessee, David E. Wetzel

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The problem related to this study was to determine which components of the Tennessee Principal's Administrator Academy are effective and which ineffective in influencing the principal's performance. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of the Principal's Academy that influences the principal's day-to-day job performance at the local school site. The study also attempted to determine if factors such as age, size of school, per pupil expenditure, number of teachers on the respondent's staff, educational level, school setting, years in present position, years attending the academy had any effect on the administrator's perceptions of the academy. Tennessee …

Friday Report - Vol. 02, No. 09 - November 27, 1992, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1991-1996, Friday Report

No abstract provided.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 68, No. 24, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Hannah, Jim. Football Ticket Sales Up, But Miss Goal
• Burnham, Maria. Malcolm X: Movie Opens Eyes, Minds
• Armes, Anya. Higher Education Budget Cuts Signal Ominous Future
• Poyner, Chris. Congregation Perseveres Ashes of Hate – Barren River Baptist Church, Arson, Larry Craig
• Student Helps Police Nab Man – Duncan Gibson
• Higher Education is Still Education
• Johnson, Steve. Editorial Cartoon Higher Education in Hospital
• Smith, Adam. Homosexuality is Morally Wrong – Gays, Lesbians
• Houchens, Gary. Pro-Choice, Not Pro-Abortion
• Reese, Jason. Lou Marciani Rude to Topper Pep Band …

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding minority recruitment, salaries, overtime, maternity leave and library collection development.

Friday Report - Vol. 02, No. 08 - November 20, 1992, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1991-1996, Friday Report

No abstract provided.

Ua3/8 Memo: Administrative Change, Thomas Meredith

WKU Administration Documents

Memo from WKU President Thomas Meredith to all faculty and staff regarding administrative changes and future of WKU.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 68, No. 23, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Hannah, Jim. Mice Roam Pearce-Ford Tower – Housing & Residence Life
• Lewis, Brandi. Homosexuals Often Excluded From Society, Workshop Teaches – Gays, Lesbians
• Grundy, Julie. Tuition May Go Up Again
• Some Smokers Kick Habit Today – Great American Smokeout
• David Lee Will Remain Interim Dean – Potter College of Arts & Letters
• Hannah, Jim. Food Services Investigation Will Be Heard by Grand Jury – Dining Services
• Bryan, Angela. Police Look for Rape Suspect
• Bryan, Angela. No Indictments Handed Down in Fight
• Johnson, Steve. Editorial Cartoon …

Ua11/1 On Campus, Vol. 2, No. 17, Wku University Relations

WKU Administration Documents

On Campus newsletter featuring articles about faculty, staff and events at Western Kentucky University. Regular features are:

• College News
• Sponsored Programs
• Hot off the Press
• Personnel File
• Coming Up - Calendar of Events

This issue includes articles:

• Regents Considered Full Agenda Oct. 29
• If We Have to Cut, Where Will We Slice?
• Here are '93-'94 Budget Priorities
• Fife, Dana. Expanded Child Care Serves Campus Better
• Dr. Wei-Ping Pan Named Sumpter Professor
• Dr. C. Wayne Jones is Glasgow Director
• Home Sweet Home was a Cardboard Box
• Turkeys are the Target - ROTC

Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Postponed regular business and began retreat.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 68, No. 22, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Hannah, Jim & Michael Lindenberger. Grand Jury Will Listen to Evidence – Dining Services
• Bricking, Tanya. Programs Not In Danger Yet – Budget
• Lockert, Anya. Hobby Drags Microbiologist Out of Lab – Mark Clauson, Automobile Racing
• Tungate, Matthew. Students in New Coed Hall Left Out in Cold Shower – Zacharias Hall
• Bryan, Angela. Buildings to Set Own Smoking Policy
• Nations, Jeff. Student Government Association Takes to the Airwaves – WWHR-FM
• Wells, Greg. WKYU-FM Fund Drive a Success
• Students Should Take Responsibility for Campus Safety
• Johnson, …

Bill #92-13-F - Appointment Of Alternate For The Four College Representatives, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Bill to appoint the required alternate representatives.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding salaries, sick leave and faculty hiring.

Meeting Minutes, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Meeting regarding elections, Susan Meredith's travel money, president's contract, COSFL and athletics.

Ua2 Memo Re: Faculty Regent Elect Update, Ray Mendel

WKU Administration Documents

Memo to the WKU Faculty from Ray Mendel, faculty regent re: work with the Board of Regents, formation of faculty regent advisory committee, meeting schedule and critical incidents research.

Resolution R92.11 - Budget Cuts, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Resolution in honor of SGA president Joe Rains for participating in rally in Frankfort and asking the legislature to stop budget cuts.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 68, No. 21, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Cassady, Pam. We Should Not Kill to Teach That Killing is Wrong – Capital Punishment
• Nevels, Jill. Students Camp for Cause – Shantytown, Homelessness
• Bryan, Angela. Student Who Transferred Says Western is Not Safe – WKU Police, Michelle Schutt
• Lindenberger, Michael. Kentucky Universities Undergoing Revolution
• It’s the End (Zone) for Student Seating – Athletics
• Johnson, Steve. Editorial Cartoon Donors Taking Students Seats – Athletics
• Call Waiting, Waiting & Waiting – Telephone Directories
• Ferguson, Betsy & Patti Jeannette. Students Should Be Able to Designate Fees
• Armstrong, …

Faculty Regent Elect Update, Ray Mendel

Board of Regents Documents

Memo from Ray Mendel to WKU Faculty regarding issues before the WKU Board of Regents, the formation of a Faculty Regent Advisory Committee and critical incidents data gathering.

Senate Meeting, November 11, 1992, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Minutes

No abstract provided.

Meeting Agenda, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Agenda regarding budget cuts, faculty committees and athletics.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Meeting to discuss Project Western to clean up campus, tuition, letter to editor campaign, retreat, Ogden College programs, Cousteau Society lecture and vending machines.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 68, No. 20, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Poynter, Chirs. Budget Cuts Put Western in Jeopardy
• Brewer, Mike. Talks Continue with Teamsters – Facilities Services
• Good, Epha. The Cellar: Dances Moved from West Hall to Garrett Ballroom
• College Heights Herald, Western Won’t Sever Ties
• Bryan, Angela. Student Transfers After Fight – Michelle Schutt
• Nevels, Jill. Shantytown an Opportunity to Help Homeless People
• WKYU Listeners Must Put Money Where Music Is
• Johnson, Steve. Editorial Cartoon WKYU-FM Fund Raising
• Vance, Nann. Respect Others in Grise Elevator
• Bledsow, Charles. Fill Diddle Arena for Ralph Willard
• Johnson, …

Resolution 92-11-F - Drop / Add Fee Waiver, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Resolution to waive drop / add fee when there are substitutions of instructor.

Resolution 92-12-F - Part-Time Instructors Directory, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Resolution to publish contact information for part-time professors.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding course numbers, affirmative action, governor's scholars, frozen positions, faculty development and minimum class size.