Quotes From the Teacher Talk Forum on Violence in the Schools

Rob Lugo, Counselor:

The conflicts haven't really changed. The problem is that now they solve them in a different way.

Chuck Hibbert, Director of School Security in Indianapolis, IN:

The problems are not new. Knives, weapons and hand guns are just a new element in the mix.

Kim Freund, Teacher:

I don't see any more violence in my classroom than I did ten years ago. But when you listen to what the kids say and what they talk about, it is not a one-on-one situation. It is my buddies against your buddies.

Leroy Robinson, Teacher:

When kids live in a violent atmosphere, it carries over into the school. I think the school is just a microcosm of our entire society.

Julie James, Teacher:

I would say that every student in the high school knows someone who carries a gun.

This document was last updated 6/30/97 by Chandra Hawley.
Copyright1996 Indiana University - Center for Adolescent Studies, all rights reserved.
Kris Bosworth - Director The following lists illustrate the ground rules and the steps of the mediation process. When both students agree to the ground rules, the mediation can proceed.

Mediation Steps:

Ground Rules

Participants should be willing to:

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