School Violence: Programs and Policies

Abstract

The recent incidents of violent acts at presumably safe schools in protected communities have caused great concern as teachers, parents, and students face the fact that even these schools are vulnerable to violent acts. Numerous reports advise schools to organize to manage such a potential crisis. What should these schools be doing to better handle a crisis? What have they done already to assure safety of students, faculty and staff? <p> Educators across America should familiarize themselves with the history of school violence that has emerged within our schools. Knowing the patterns of violence and what events have taken place in the last two decades can give administrators an advantage when trying to deter the violent acts within their school. This advantage will also help them choose a program that the school district can benefit from. Knowing what has happened in the past can keep history from repeating itself.