NCJ Number
146957
Date Published
1993
Length
10 pages
Annotation
Written for teachers, school administrators, and others concerned about preventing and addressing violence in schools, this volume discusses a variety of practical options for dealing with violent situations in school and preventing further violence.
Abstract
Based on input from experts in the field, the volume offers useful information, resources, descriptions of exemplary programs, and lists of contacts. Many of the options discussed are most appropriate for middle, junior high, and high schools. however, elementary school administrators will also find useful information on how to improve the school climate, use conflict-resolution techniques, or deal with an intruder at school. The volume's first section focuses on crisis management and response and offers strategies to help schools prepare for and cope with a violent incident or crisis. The second section details strategies to prevent school violence. It includes prevention and deterrence strategies; educational strategies; and guidelines for working with law enforcement and other local agencies, policymakers, parents, and community residents to reduce school violence. The third section identifies the societal, familial, individual, and educational factors that contribute to school violence and examines the effects of violence in schools. The final section describes publications, organizations, and curricula for use by educators in designing strategies to reduce and prevent violence in their schools. 155 references and appended glossary, sample incident reporting form, action plans, and principal and teacher checklists for handling violent incidents