... teacher's leadership and authority role by taking away his disciplinary powers. Nothing is more demanding for the teacher than having to run to the principal every time a breach of discipline occurs. This is as a result of policies that were implemented some years ago and never once were they restructured. As teachers, principals and supervisors are shuffled from school to ... clearly and firmly communicates his or her wants and needs to the students and is prepared to reinforce their words with effective punishment (Francis, 1975). Punishment as a form of discipline must be recognized th...

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... and even to an extent, a form of abuse. In reality, these policies, if enforced properly, could be the solution to the growing discipline problems in our schools today. Already, there have been too many injuries and deaths of students in schools. Physical fighting and the possession of ... would bring the students to think a little harder before inflicting such irresponsible acts upon others. I am interested in this issue because I believe that greater discipline in schools will decrease the student violence and the growing crime rate. School dropout rates have been continuously increasi...

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... in the Southern California districts, uniform use has been extended to many schools around the country, with experts saying that it has drastically reduced violence and improved student behavior and discipline. Other reasons for implementation of uniforms have been to prevent gang activity, to help students resist peer pressure, to encourage students to focus on schoolwork rather than fashion, and also ... in crucial years of self-development and exploration. Through all of the debate and statistics, it seems that one question still remains: Do school uniforms help reduce violence and i...

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... same values in the children of today they will in return show respect and appreciation to those around them. Fear was one of the ways to discipline children in the past. Fear is defined as "a distressing emotion aroused by impending danger, evil, pain, etc., whether the threat is real or ... was written. In most schools the punishment for talking out of turn or any other class disruption was getting hit by a ruler. This type of strict discipline is a things of the past and should stay that way. Along with fear comes respect. Respect, esteem for or a sense of the worth or excellence ... ...

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... answer with "Mr. Ross-, it was correct. New Definition of Success A new definition of success is that it can be achieved through strict discipline. Students Reflection of The Wave Almost all of Mr. Ross's students reflected positively to the different routine of class with comments such as, I' ... had a chuckle towards this. Mr. Ross described its importance and David listened intently. Mr. Ross then introduced the two values as two mottoes: Strength through discipline, Strength through community'. The students then rose and recited the motto. Laurie and Brad thought this was a bit strang...

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... . The 5th category of Academic Dishonesty is Supplying or receiving answers on semester exams, AP exams, etc. The 1st offense consequences are no credit on test, etc., 5 hours detention, mini discipline board hearing, and possible technical suspension and/or loss of honors. The 2nd offense consequences are no credit on test, etc., 10 hours detention, referral to full ... at providence high school is supplying or receiving papers, answers, or information taken from a teacher's desk, file, etc. The 1st offense consequences are 0 credit on test, etc.; referral to full Discipline Board, and ...

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... and even to an extent, a form of abuse. In reality, these policies, if enforced properly, could be the solution to the growing discipline problems in our schools today. Already, there have been too many injuries and deaths of students in schools. Physical fighting and the possession of ... would bring the students to think a little harder before inflicting such irresponsible acts upon others. I am interested in this issue because I believe that greater discipline in schools will decrease the student violence and the growing crime rate. School dropout rates have been continuously increasi...

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... play the biggest role in motivating their child. I also think the parents should play a large role in discipline. Parents need to discipline their child and I think there is less discipline happening in families today then there was before this time. I can tell that there is less discipline, just by the way I see children act. A lot of children seem to boss their own parents around ... . If parents and even schools had stricter rules and discipline, there would not be as much trouble as there is now. Another subject that shows the lack of discipline in today's society is the amount of te...

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... where children have the best possible environment to learn and focus on their education. Uniforms should be required in grades pre-k to twelfth grade. Reason being, uniforms create structure and discipline, equality and a sense of belonging amongst other students. School uniforms are very cost effective compared to having to buy outfits for certain seasons. In the following paragraphs I will support my ... uniforms. Everyone was free to wear what they wanted and teachers were so lenient with the dress code. Among my fellow students I noticed a lot of kids seemed to have no discipline in...

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... they both involve troubled kids and inexperienced teachers who try to tame them, these stories differ because the teacher's school discipline beliefs are different for instance Mr. Braithwaite's school has free discipline where the kids do not get any punishment from the school. The teachers are alike because they are both single ... the stories their teaching methods are different. Rick has the children address each other as "Sir"(p 86). By doing this Rick achieves respect and discipline among the children. This also gives some order to the classroom. The teacher in Dangerous Minds uses...

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... today are not in the best of conditions and because of that school uniforms in public schools are becoming increasingly more popular all across our nation. School uniforms help build discipline inside of the classroom. This structure improves the students? behavior and attitude towards schooling. In 1998 a study done by The National Association of Elementary School Principals and Land's End ... discovered that schools with a uniform policy had almost a twenty percent better discipline rate than that of a non-active uniform policy. Studies also showed that student achievement was increas...

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... I also took for granite a good home cooked meal. Now that I am at college and away from home, I have to develop more self control and self discipline. There is no longer anyone to making sure that I am getting up on time for classes or what I may have to do in the morning. This has already ... biggest things that I let get out of control is homework. I have a bad habit of not doing it until the night before it is due. I must discipline myself to get homework and other things done before it becomes too much to handle. Sense classes in college are not required as they were in high school; ...

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... htm) addresses this issue, and suggests several logical reasons for college failure. However, I believe students fail out of college primarily due to poor study habits, a lack of self-discipline, and an insufficient amount of positive motivation. To begin with, poor study habits destine students to initiate a chain reaction toward failure. Adequate study habits should have been acquired in ... the semester. The unassuming college freshman who believes high school learned study habits will be effective in college is soon awakened to a frightening reality. Furthermore, a lack of self-discip...

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... student and benefit humanity as a whole, I see no alternative than to teach mathematical skills in a systematic and organized way, resulting in students that utilize these abilities to form insights and discipline. Unfortunately, I must take the side of accomplishment over fun at this critical stage, therefor "Mastery Learning" techniques will be used to facilitate expertise of the content. This will only benefit ... into place. Continually reinforcing correct behavior will undoubtedly lead to the desired conduct required for a systematic mastery of exacting studies. "Imposed discipline...

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... student and benefit humanity as a whole, I see no alternative than to teach mathematical skills in a systematic and organized way, resulting in students that utilize these abilities to form insights and discipline. Unfortunately, I must take the side of accomplishment over fun at this critical stage, therefore "Mastery Learning" techniques will be used to facilitate expertise of the content. This will only benefit ... into place. Continually reinforcing correct behavior will undoubtedly lead to the desired conduct required for a systematic mastery of exacting studies. "Imposed disciplin...

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... when I came in for an interview for an after school part time job. Dressed neatly with shirt tucked in shows a sense of discipline in the student. Uniforms instills discipline in the student which t! hen would also teach the student discipline in their school work. Buying clothes for children can become a large expense. The children who do not come from rich families to buy ... this rule. Students may still express themselves but in other ways rather than dress. They may excel in athletics or academics to make them shine out among the other students. Discipline is the concern, not the l...

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... hear about Kareem and Bill Walton "the so-called stars, but the role players needed to feel important also. Coach Wooden was a strong believer in discipline. Wooden said, "Don't be afraid to use appropriate discipline."" Wooden believed the bench is a coach's best friend, if a player gets out of control or too fancy, place him on the bench. It might hurt in ... a game. "Failing to be prepared, is preparing to have failure." I do not feel this book was biased in any way, form or fashion. John Wooden was a man of rules and discipline. He was and always will be old fashion, but everything ...

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... school, and taking a slurp of Listerine during school hours. Education Week, October 23, 1996. In Philadelphia public schools, 33 kindergartners were suspended in 2002 under a tough new discipline policy. The New York Times, December 14, 2002. An 11-year-old died of asthma because his school's zero tolerance policy prevented him from carrying an inhaler. The New ... and their communities in efforts to provide a safe learning environment and safety in school. Anti-violence programs like anti-bullying, anger management, and peer mediation help to reduce discipline problems in schools. Buil...

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... provide a number of reasons for their view. Supporters say encouraging students to wear uniforms can promote peer acceptance as well as school support and pride. Many believe that uniforms instill discipline, lead to better respect for teachers, promote group spirit, and maintain academic standard. Uniforms can help support the connection between school, learning, and future success. Having uniforms can help promote ... would have to keep up on the latest gang trends. Some opponents argue that, "if educators want to instill discipline in students then it makes perfect sense to follow th...

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... this strategy parents are warm and responsive to child's needs, yet firm. Parents talk to their children and involve them in their decision making. Discipline is rational and a lot of talking is incorporated. In many respects this is seen as the ideal type of parenting and these children are well ... a lot of expectations or standards for their children. The child has the freedom to do what he/she wants. These parents are low on discipline and they tend to make excuses or bail their children out of problems with no real consequences. Children exposed to this type of parenting tend ... a...

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... can gain experience by working through high school. This brings the opportunity to learn how to budget money, which is a vital part of being independent. Budgeting takes a lot of self-discipline and trial and error, but is possible to learn. It is also important for students to start making purchases that result in monthly payments, such as cell phone or car ... having a job. Not only are they becoming more independent but they are gaining self-respect as well. When a student is working and going to school, they have to learn self-discipline. They need to be able to find a balance betwe...

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... . Those students that do not wear them cannot be punished. Parents say .we are taking responsibility for our kids and stopping the government from doing OUR job!! Do Uniforms Promote Discipline? A national study released in October of 1998 by Educational Testing Service found that there was no evidence to support claims that uniforms reduce ... discipline problems. The results of these findings were reported on October 14, 1998, in the Shreveport Times in an article titled "Uniforms Not a Discipline Factor in School." The address for the study's web site is: http://www.ets.org/research/p...

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... schools. "Parents busy with work and particularly fathers that may not get home until 10 PM every evening entrust the public school system to teach their children the values of discipline, hard work, and respect." Teachers at some schools are often on the phone, calling a student who has missed a few days, to see what if there is a problem. In America, the ... non-existent. Many of the students weekends and holidays are taken up with sports practice, or regional games. Again, the teachers take full responsibility for their students during this time. Discipline, especially among the male...

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... of his schooling took place in Delaware and he feels that school then was very similar to school now. As for discipline, Al said that if you misbehaved growing up that physical discipline would be given. He went on to say that discipline is one of the biggest changes in how children are raised today, whereas today a child could take their parents to ... ...

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... other human beings. In addition they showed no respect cursing at teachers and talking back to them. They simply refused to do school work and there was a major lack of discipline because the teachers had no control over the students. The majority of the students appeared to be chronic delinquents. Chronic delinquent offenders are youths who start their delinquent careers at ... problems amongst his students. These included teenage pregnancies, drug dealing, gangs, students who lacked role models at home, students with no motivation to learn, and students with extreme behavioral or disc...

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