Microwave motion detection system reduces school vandalism. (LR)

A double entry system of school key accounting is explained. (MF)

Nationwide, colleges are developing independent and unique approaches to school security. (Author/MLF)

A citation from the 23rd P/A Awards Program for a research report that examines what physical designs and administrative actions could do to reduce school vandalism. (Author/MLF)

A discussion of today's problems in school security -- and possible solutions. (Author/MLF)

Suggestions for the development and improvement of school security programs by local education agencies are provided in this guidebook. Strategies are outlined for managing perimeter and grounds, buildings, visitors, weapons, bomb threats, security systems, and lighting. The recommendation is made for use of a checklist by a local committee to…

This program resource guide is a compilation of all programs and projects on preventing school violence and vandalism referenced in National School Resource Network (NSRN) materials. The programs cited are described in NSRN trainers' guides, participant guides, technical assistance bulletins, an "Aha" listing, and a compendium. The index is…

The purpose of this paper is to encourage persons concerned with violence and vandalism in schools to take a more critical look at school-crime statistics and reports and their data-gathering methods. It makes two points. First, writings on or about student crime and violence may be misleading because of certain errors in quantifiable data, such…

This 12-page pamphlet briefly summarizes some of the research on school crime and discusses suggested solutions that are grouped to reflect different philosophical biases and assumptions about the origins of school crime and vandalism. Eleven references with brief annotations and a list of national organizations providing technical assistance to…

Examines existing data on the frequency and cost of school vandalism and describes a planned national study designed to determine the frequency, nature, and costs of school vandalism and to examine current efforts to reduce vandalism. (JG)

The central police station monitors elementary schools and the administration building for fire and intrusion security in Missoula, Montana. (Author/MLF)

To prevent unauthorized entrance to school buildings, preventive measures must be applied to the total entrance system including the door, entrance frame, and hardware. (Author/MLF)

Briefly discusses violence and vandalism in the nation's schools. Specific suggestions are offered for teachers on how to handle various types of attacks. Several methods of discouraging vandalism are also described. (JMB)