School violence: a reference handbook (Second edition.)

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