Zero-Tolerance Policy

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This paper examines the policies developed in dealing with violence in schools and looks at the arguments for a zero-tolerance policy and the arguments for a less severe discipline plan. It presents a detailed literature review on the subject and concludes with recommendations for alternative solutions.

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"Zero-tolerance is a term that is not limited to schools; it is used to deal with crime, which I feel certain types of violence in schools are a crime. Along with violence, there are other crimes committed in schools that warrant a zero-tolerance, such as drug possession. I am firmly for a zero-tolerance policy on violence and crimes in schools. However, it is the type of violence and the age of the student that must be closely examined before the punishment is given out. There needs to be certain grades of violence defined and placed with a certain punishment. For example, hitting a teacher would be a Grade III infraction and would merit an immediate expulsion. Meanwhile, a fight in the hallway would be a grade II infraction and merit a 5-day suspension. I just don't feel that we can rid ourselves of violence by getting rid of every child who commits a violent act."

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