A study of New Jersey elementary schools revealed that the perceived authenticity of the principal's behavior was significantly related to the openness of the school's climate and to the humanism in the school's pupil-control orientation. Also, the more open the school's climate, the more humanistic the school's pupil-control orientation. (SB)

The discipline policy at Xenia (Ohio) High School deals unequivocally with student drug and alcohol users. Chemically dependent students are forced to get help. (Author/JM)

Reports a study of the impact of a new restrictive and punitive (grade reduction) attendance policy on high school students' attendance, scholastic achievement, behavior, and extracurricular participation. Variables of student age, IQ, and sex were analyzed. The punitive attendance policy was considered effective for certain students. Guidelines…

Examines Federal special education legislation for limitations on the right of public schools to discipline handicapped students. Describes the case of Stuart v Nappi, in which the plaintiff successfully fought disciplinary expulsion from school based on her status as a special education student. (MJL)

Investigates the expansion of student due process rights and the discipline issues resolved by the United States Supreme Court. Considers lower court interpretations of these decisions and issues currently being raised. Suggests that legal cases which have nothing to do with discipline have affected the way school personnel view discipline.…

Research was conducted on secondary school students' perceptions of the problematic aspects of school life. Analysis of data revealed that lack of teacher support and lack of independence were among the problem areas of greatest concern. (JN)

Presents 11 guidelines, based on constitutional requirements, to help the school administrator to develop a firm and fair student discipline code. Condensed from "A Legal Memorandum", March 1981, published by the National Association of Secondary School Principals, Reston, Virginia. (Editor/SJL)

Considers legal and programmatic issues involved in having juveniles or their parents make financial restitution for delinquent acts. Makes recommendations to school officials on using restitution as part of school discipline policy. Condensed from "A Legal Memorandum," May 1981, published by the National Association of Secondary School…

The role of the courts in school discipline policy is discussed, with particular focus on the constitutionality of corporal punishment. (RLV)

Colleges and universities are not required to allow students the right to counsel in campus discipline hearings. However, since this can be offered as an option to students, it is important that any decision to extend this privilege be thoroughly discussed in terms of its educational ramifications. (Author)

In an open letter, this college supervisor gives his views on the means for successfully realizing the potentials possessed by his preservice teachers. (MB)

The reclaiming approach is a discipline alternative for at-risk students. Combining modern child development research with Native American traditions, the method emphasizes that student self-concept must be characterized by components of the circle of courage (belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity). The article suggests a number of…

A high school principal explains her strategy for turning around a disorderly, gang-ridden middle school. Her discipline plan's success hinged on developing schoolwide expectations for behavior, developing positive consequences, compiling a list of unacceptable behaviors, and empowering teachers to administer consequences, including contacting…

Examined the association between school connectedness and school environment, identifying ways to increase student connectedness. Data from the in-school and school administrator surveys of the National Study of Adolescent Health indicated that positive classroom management climates, participation in extracurricular activities, tolerant…