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A timely investigation of the history, legislation, and perpetrators of school violence, this guide debunks the myths and misconceptions about this terrible problem of national concern.
· Addresses significant milestones in legislation and policies that have been enacted to respond to and prevent school violence
· Contains an informative timeline of key events in the history of school violence and prevention
· Highlights key court cases as well as data related to measuring violence
· Provides a compilation of best practices for the prevention of school violence
· Features perspectives from diverse viewpoints, including administrators, students, and academics
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Shockingly, teachers and administrators are sometimes the perpetrators of school violence.
Laura Finley, PhD, is assistant professor of sociology and criminology at Barry University.
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