Indiscipline in schools in the UK continues to be the subject of fierce debate. The views of young people as pupils in these schools continue to be marginalised despite their centrality to this debate and their ability to offer a unique set of perspectives. An exploration of the views of a generality of pupils suggests the need to challenge many…

Suggests a quick way to determine when students should be referred to the principal. (WD)

Considers classroom discipline from the standpoints of professional action vs reaction, social equality vs hierarchical relationships, and personal need vs common needs. (DD)

Describes how the University of Oregon has banned alcohol at fraternity houses, but that some members are continuing to drink. (EV)

This article focuses on the development and implementation of primary and secondary behavior supports at a schoolwide level. The approach described is consistent with previous efforts to address behavior at a systems level (e.g., G. Sugai, R.H. Horner, & F.M. Gresham, 2002). In this article, we illustrate this process through a school-based…

This study assessed the effects of a modified version of Check & Connect, a comprehensive student engagement intervention, on the attendance, behavior, and academic performance of secondary African American females with violent and aggressive behavior problems. In addition, the Student Engagement Instrument (SEI) was used to assess cognitive…

A definition of school discipline and the dilemma faced by teachers in making decisions about school behavior are presented. The problem and dilemma are complex; and several alternative philosophies and practices are available. (JMF)

In rank ordering discipline problems, approximately 37 percent of one group of teachers rated the teacher's failure to motivate students as the most important. (IRT)

Outlines how to carry out investigations of student fights. Includes recommendations and procedures for interrogating witnesses and possible offenders. (MD)

This description of the development of a discipline policy at the Downers Grove (Illinois) Public Library recounts discipline problems, the process of creating the policy, and its effects. The text of the rules of behavior and a sample page from the procedures manual, which provides practical guidelines for enforcement, are included. (MES)

The study examined 28 intermediate schools to identify factors in the school environment related to vandalism. Vandalism cost and frequency were found to be greater in schools that had lower scores on a school discipline survey. Results are discussed in terms of setting factors, punishment, and reinforcement. (Author)

Reprint of an editorial in The Washington Post (April 10, 1970) condemning Dr. Arnold Hutschnecker's proposal that psychological tests be administered to all U. S. six-year-olds to determine their potential for future criminal behavior. (DE)