ABSTRACT

Students, parents, and school staff deserve a safe learning environment. Yet recent headlines of violence, bullying, and drug abuse have shown the vulnerability of schools. In this timely and important resource, leading expert Franklin Schargel provides leaders, teachers, counselors, parents, and students with the necessary information to address and diminish safety problems in schools. Creating Safe Schools explores the background and data about the severity of safety issues facing schools today and also provides the strategies and tools to address them. Clearly organized according to issue, this book allows for easy reference and is packed with tools, activities, checklists, strategies, and tips. Coverage includes:

  • Bullying
  • Driving
  • Drugs, Alcohol, and Tobacco
  • Internet Safety
  • Violent School Incidents
  • Sexual Activity
  • Suicide
  • Truancy/Suspension
  • Youth Gambling

This important resource will help educators prevent violence from happening in their schools and provide children with a safe and secure learning environment.

Helpful templates and additional resources for educators and parents are available as free downloads at www.routledge.com/9780415734790.

chapter 1|5 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|10 pages

Bullying

chapter 3|12 pages

Driving and Bus Safety

chapter 4|20 pages

Drugs, Alcohol, and Tobacco

chapter 5|11 pages

Internet Safety

chapter 6|25 pages

Violent School Incidents

chapter 7|12 pages

Sexual Activity

chapter 8|10 pages

Suicide

chapter 9|15 pages

Truancy and Suspension

chapter 10|7 pages

Youth Gambling

chapter 11|3 pages

Conclusion