10 warning signs

Violence is more likely to erupt from the piling on of one too many small grievances than from any single major event. Here are some signs that you might be at risk:

  1. There are obvious "in" and "out" groups
  2. Name calling is common
  3. Charges of unfairness are not formally addressed
  4. Rude or rough behavior is accepted
  5. Discipline is inconsistent
  6. Teachers feel afraid or under siege
  7. Students feel disrespected by teachers
  8. "Loners" are not recognized as being at risk
  9. There is little or no public recognition for most students
  10. School leadership is weak or disrespected

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