Notes important implications for the SCHIP debate: 1) a Medicaid expansion model can greatly improve access for children, and 2) uninsured or uninsurable adults who gain coverage under this type of program may face severe consequences if their coverage is not maintained.

Describes the different kinds of supplemental coverage available, including employer-based coverage, Medicaid, and the individual private Medigap and Medicare HMO markets. Also examines whom these plans attract, and what this means for beneficiary education and the design of Medicare reform.

Notes the development of new partnerships between health departments and the community, including volunteers, schools, local interest groups, and managed care organizations.

Examines work-based learning activities in high school, noting that a diverse mix of students--including both high- and low-achievers--participates in some work-based activity. However, females are more likely to do so than males. Also notes that internships arranged through school are in a...

How to assess the readiness of entering kindergartners to succeed in school has become an increasingly important decision for state administrators, school districts, and other groups. This paper reviews the concept of readiness and its essential ingredients, considers the current educational and...

In light of sharp declines in the Food Stamp Program caseload, examines the well-being of those who have left the program. Notes that about half of those who exited in 1997 were employed two years later, while more than half had incomes below the poverty line. Also notes food insecurity with...

Presents estimates of the impacts of Job Corps on participants' employment and related outcomes during the 48 months after random assignment.

Explores whether propensity score methods produce unbiased estimates of program impacts, by comparing experimental and propensity score impacts of dropout prevention programs. Finds no consistent evidence that they do--even when the data available for matching are extensive. Suggests that...

Highlights operational lessons from a Pennsylvania initiative that operated from 1998 through early 2001 and contributed to the state's current program of pre- and postemployment services for TANF recipients. Notes implementation challenges, including lower than expected enrollment, job...