Outlines service-learning -- learning through investigating a community problem, planning a solution, taking action, and reflecting on results -- as a strategy to reduce dropouts, prepare students for college, and instill civic responsibility.

Provides graduation and college acceptance rates at fourteen high schools established as part of New York City's 2002 new schools initiative. Reviews the new schools' goals and accomplishments in improving outcomes, such as offering advanced courses.

Presents findings from a survey that examines the attitudes of students and parents toward public school academic standards, preparation for college or work, and the importance of science and technology to global competitiveness. Includes recommendations.

Estimates the wage differences between public school teachers and other professions over time by gender, advanced degree, major, college quality, and technical and academic skills. Explores the incentives needed to attract and retain effective teachers.

Outlines service-learning -- learning through investigating a community problem, planning a solution, taking action, and reflecting on results -- as a strategy to reduce dropouts, prepare students for college, and instill civic responsibility.

Recommends state policies to improve community college students' retention and completion rates through enhanced tutoring, counseling, and other supports, as well as alternative instructional models that allow working adults to learn in flexible formats.

Presents findings from a survey that examines the attitudes of students and parents toward public school academic standards, preparation for college or work, and the importance of science and technology to global competitiveness. Includes recommendations.

Outlines service-learning -- learning through investigating a community problem, planning a solution, taking action, and reflecting on results -- as a strategy to reduce dropouts, prepare students for college, and instill civic responsibility.