Tag Archives: school violence

They are not 'kid things': the importance of not normalizing bullying

They are not ‘kid things’: the importance of not normalizing bullying

If you have ever heard your children say that the same partner has been violent repeatedly, physically or verbally, towards the same person, and that no one has done anything about it, this article may interest you. Most situations of school violence are occasional, occurring in and around school or in extracurricular activities. But when […] … learn more→

Is the National Guard a solution to school violence?

Is the National Guard a solution to school violence?

Every now and then, an elected official will suggest bringing in the National Guard to deal with violence that seems out of control. A city council member in Washington suggested doing so in 2023 to combat the city’s rising violence. So did a Pennsylvania representative concerned about violence in Philadelphia in 2022. In February 2024, officials in […] … learn more→