A program for reducing school vandalism must combine supervision by staff, constructive punishment for those involved in vandalism, and the development of student and staff pride in the school through extensive involvement of students. (MJL)

The author's personal experiences illustrate her comments on five factors that affect whether learning environments are positive or not. These factors involve student relationships with staff members, the clarity of disciplinary processes, justifications for rules, the presence of practices encouraging dishonesty, and respect for confidentiality…

The organizational climate of a school can determine the effectiveness of school discipline policies. The establishment of a positive climate requires a commitment to shared disciplinary values by school personnel. Six such value areas are discussed in this article. (PGD)

The LEAST approach to discipline involves a range of different strategies where the teacher uses the least amount of guidance and control necessary. The teacher can discipline by leaving things alone, ending action indirectly, attending more fully, spelling out directions, and tracking student progress. (DF)

A pilot in-school suspension program, whose goal is to remove disruptive students from the classroom while providing continuing education and an opportunity to change inappropriate behavior, is described and evaluated. Findings show that it is appropriate and effective for minor offenses but it requires greater parental involvement. (TE)

For schools that are too large to give individualized attention to student problems, the house system's team approach to problem-solving responsibility may be the answer. One house organization plan is explained in detail here. (Editor)

The therapeutic educational guidance center at Hoxton is described through use of case studies. (Author/RK)

Noting that counselors are seldom able to give legal advice or information to counselors, the author discusses those parts of the federal and state constitutions that deal with due process along with court cases that define and interpret the legal rights of students in this regard. (RP)

Summarizes and comments on decisions bearing on students' rights to due process of law in school discipline. (Author)

The author believes that college officials must be reminded of their responsibility for the quality of campus life outside the classroom. (Author/PG)

Discussion based on R. S. Peters book Ethics and Education" which argues the justification of punishment in the enforcement of school rules. (MB)

School policy that makes students responsible for themselves between academic classes offers the chance to develop self- discipline, self-reliance, and mature attitudes. (KJ)