Post baccalaureate programs for the hasty preparation of elementary school teachers—conversion programs of all sorts — are in operation in various places throughout the country. Much of this responsibility rests with the higher institutions. In Portland, Oregon, however, the public school authorities have initiated a courageous undertaking which is already paying dividends. Mr. Ebey, Assistant Superintendent, and Mrs. Brunskill, Personnel Coordinator, report on background planning, procedures, and progress to date.