School Discipline Legal Doctrine

Summary

The in loco parentis doctrine allows schools to assume some parental responsibilities, including discipline, while students are under their supervision. Most school shootings do not occur during sporting events. Improving school climate involves more than just security measures. Bullying has long-term effects on both victims and perpetrators. Non-college-track students often face academic challenges. Minority students face disparities in education. Community factors can influence school crime. Dropping out of high school has significant negative impacts. Schools play a crucial role in shaping childrens values. The U.S. Does not provide universal daycare. Substance abuse in families can lead to child abuse. Abuse can lead to delinquency. A guardian ad litem represents those unable to assert their rights. Maltreatment can lead to aggression in children. Parental efficacy can reduce delinquency. Blended families result from divorce and remarriage. Parental conflict can predict delinquency. Physical neglect involves deprivation of basic needs. Party gangs engage in limited delinquency. Economic factors drive gang migration. Contemporary gangs have specific characteristics. Cli

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Which of the following is not a time when most school shooting incidents occur? a.At the end of the day b.During sporting events c.During the lunch period d.Around the start of the day
The time when most school shooting incidents do not typically occur is b. During sporting events. Sporting events often have additional security measures in place and are not during regular school hours, which may contribute to fewer incidents.
What statement about improving school climate and security is false? a.Tighter school security may only displace acts of violence to the community. b.To reduce school-based crime, administrators might be better off improving the standards of the teaching staff rather than installing strict security. c.Early identification of at-risk students and removing them from the school will assist in lowering the crime rate in the school. d.Administrators who apply school rules evenly and increase the certainty of punishment for breaking school rules can create the multifaceted approach needed to provide a safer school environment.
The false statement about improving school climate and security is likely:
c. Early identification of at-risk students and removing them from the school will assist in lowering the crime rate in the school.
This approach is generally seen as counterproductive because it may not address the underlying issues or provide support for at-risk students, potentially leading to negative outcomes for both the students and the school community.
Which of the following statements about bullying is false? a.Studies suggest that chronically victimized students may, as adults, be at increased risk for depression, poor self-esteem, and other mental health problems. b.Studies suggest that victims of bullying in early grades are less likely to be bullied later. c.Studies suggest that bullying may be a critical risk factor in the development of future problems with violence and delinquency. d.Studies of bullying suggest that there are short- and long-term consequences for both the perpetrators and the victims of bullying.
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The false statement about bullying is likely:
b. Studies suggest that victims of bullying in early grades are less likely to be bullied later.
In reality, victims of bullying in early grades can continue to experience bullying or its effects in later years.
Which of the following statements about tracking and school failure is true? a.Studies indicate that non–college-track students experience progressive deterioration of achievement. b.Studies indicate non–college-track students participate more in extracurricular activities. c.Studies indicate non–college-track students experience less academic failure. d.Studies indicate non–college-track students have a decreased tendency to drop out.
The true statement about tracking and school failure is:
a. Studies indicate that non–college-track students experience progressive deterioration of achievement.
Cohen contends that delinquency among lower class youths is a result of their poor preparation and socialization to function in schools. According to Cohen they essentially failed to live up to: a.standards of decency b.the final cut c.par d.middle-class measuring rods
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The correct answer to your question is: d. middle-class measuring rods. Cohen's theory suggests that lower-class youths struggle to meet the expectations or "measuring rods" set by middle-class standards, leading to feelings of inadequacy and potential delinquency.
Which statement is false with regard to minority students in school? a.Students with disabilities are disproportionally subject to physical restraints. b.A smaller percentage of minority students are in gifted and talented programs. c.Black and Hispanic students are also disproportionately subject to seclusion or restraints. d.Teachers in high-minority schools were paid more per year than their colleagues elsewhere.
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The false statement with regard to minority students in school is likely:
d. Teachers in high-minority schools were paid more per year than their colleagues elsewhere.
In reality, teachers in high-minority schools often face disparities in pay compared to those in other schools.
All-American High School has experienced an increase in school violence over the past year. School administration has implemented a number of security strategies, which include searching students randomly and has, ultimately, resulted in the suspensions of some students. A number of researchers have observed that school crime is a function of the community in which the school is located. This is considered a: a.community-level cause b.individual-level cause c.administrative-level cause d.school-level cause
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The situation you're describing points to a community-level cause. This means that the broader social and economic conditions of the community can influence the level of crime in schools. If you have any questions about legal rights or implications related to this, feel free to ask!
Which of the following is not an educational factor related to dropping out? a.Missing * percent of instructional time in a school year b.Failing one course c.Maintaining a grade point average just below *.* d.The use of suspensions and transfers by school administration as the solution to troublemakers
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The answer to your question is: b. Failing one course. Failing a single course is typically not considered an educational factor leading to dropping out, whereas the other options indicate ongoing issues that could contribute to dropout rates.
Which is not one of the effects of dropping out of high school? a.Dropouts make up a disproportionately higher percentage of the nation’s prison and death row inmates. b.Dropouts report higher tax contributions than those who complete. c.Those who leave school early have a long history of poor school performance and antisocial behaviors. d.The median income of dropouts is substantially less than those who complete.
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The statement that is not one of the effects of dropping out of high school is:
b. Dropouts report higher tax contributions than those who complete.
Dropouts typically contribute less in taxes due to lower earnings.
What statement with regard to schools is false? a.The school plays no role in shaping the values of children. b.A single school failure often leads to a pattern of chronic failure. c.The school itself has become an engine of social change and improvement. d.The school has become a primary determinant of economic and social status.
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The false statement with regard to schools is:
a. The school plays no role in shaping the values of children.
Schools play a significant role in shaping the values, behavior, and social norms of children through education and social interactions. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!
What statement about child care is false according to the text? a.Like many other Western countries, the United States provides universal day care to working mothers. b.Children from working poor families are most likely to suffer from inadequate child care. c.A relative primarily cares for about * percent of children ages *–* with employed mothers. d.Several states neither license nor monitor private providers of day care.
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The false statement about child care according to the text is likely:
a. Like many other Western countries, the United States provides universal day care to working mothers.
The United States does not provide universal day care for working mothers, unlike some other Western countries.
Which statement about substance abuse and child abuse is false? a.Children of alcoholics suffer more injuries and poisonings than do children in the general population. b.Children raised in such households are less likely to have problems with alcohol and other drugs as they refuse to model their parents’ behavior. c.Children in this environment often demonstrate behavioral problems and are diagnosed as having conduct disorders. d.Alcohol and other substances may act as disinhibitors, lessening impulse control and allowing parents to behave abusively.
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The false statement about substance abuse and child abuse is:
b. Children raised in such households are less likely to have problems with alcohol and other drugs as they refuse to model their parents’ behavior.
In reality, children from such environments are at a higher risk for substance abuse issues due to various factors, including modeling their parents' behavior.
Casey is a *-year-old victim of sexual abuse by a family member. His perpetrator’s case will go to trial and Casey is on the witness list. What is known about the abuse–delinquency link? a.There are no racial differences in the long-term effect of abuse on delinquency. b.Regardless of the type, abuse impacts girls only. c.Kids maltreated solely during early childhood may be less likely to engage in chronic delinquency. d.The link is questionable.
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What is known about the abuse–delinquency link? a.There are no racial differences in the long-term effect of abuse on delinquency. b.Regardless of the type, abuse impacts girls only. c.Kids maltreated solely during early childhood may be less likely to engage in chronic delinquency. d.The link is questionable.
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Here's some general information about the abuse–delinquency link:
- Kids maltreated solely during early childhood may be less likely to engage in chronic delinquency.
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Tom is the oldest of five children. His parents work at low-paying, unskilled jobs. They are not in home regularly and when they are home, they verbally fight; At times, the fights escalate to physical aggression. Tom and his brothers and sisters have witnessed the violence on occasion and have also been direct victims of harsh discipline and physical abuse. Who in Tom’s family has a higher likelihood of being a victim of abuse? a.All the siblings have a similar likelihood. b.Tom c.The middle child d.The youngest sibling
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In situations of domestic violence and abuse, all siblings can be equally vulnerable, but various factors such as age, gender, and perceived power dynamics can influence risk levels. In Tom's family, given the context, answer "a. All the siblings have a similar likelihood" reflects a generalized understanding of the situation.
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A ____________________ is a lawyer appointed by the court to look after the interests of those who do not have the capacity to assert their own rights. a.counsel del rio b.attorney del casa c.guardian ad litem d.counselor de prima
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The correct answer to your question is: c. guardian ad litem. A guardian ad litem is a lawyer appointed by the court to represent the interests of individuals who are unable to represent themselves, such as minors or incapacitated persons.
Psychologists suggest that maltreatment encourages children to use ________________ as a means of solving problems and prevents them from feeling empathy for others. a.aggression b.introspection c.resistance d.rationality
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The answer to your question is: a. aggression. Psychologists suggest that maltreatment can lead children to use aggression as a means of solving problems, and it may hinder their ability to feel empathy for others. If you have more questions or need further information, feel free to ask!
Delinquency will be reduced if parents provide the type of structure that integrates children into families, while giving them the ability to assert their individuality and regulate their own behavior, a phenomenon referred to as __________. a.parental efficacy b.balancing of interest c.tracking d.familicide
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The correct answer is: a. parental efficacy. This term refers to the ability of parents to effectively manage their children’s behavior, while supporting their individuality and integrating them into family and society.
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Which of the following best describes a blended family? a.Nuclear families that are the product of divorce and remarriage b.Nuclear families made up of children and one single parent c.Nuclear families made up of two parents, their children, and grandparents d.Nuclear families made up of two parents and their children
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The best description of a blended family is:
a. Nuclear families that are the product of divorce and remarriage.
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Nye established a link between parental conflict and delinquency with the finding that: a.children who witness marital violence have higher delinquency rates than other groups b.a child’s perception of marital happiness was a significant predictor of delinquency c.children who are victimized in the home have higher delinquency rates than other groups d.children of transient workers have higher delinquency rates than other groups
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The answer to your question is: b. A child’s perception of marital happiness was a significant predictor of delinquency. If you have further questions or need more information, feel free to ask!
om is the oldest of five children. His parents work at low-paying, unskilled jobs. They are not in home regularly and when they are home, they verbally fight; At times, the fights escalate to physical aggression. Tom and his brothers and sisters have witnessed the violence on occasion and have also been direct victims of harsh discipline and physical abuse. If the state intervenes and prosecutes Tom’s parents, what is the first step of the process? a.Review hearing b.Pretrial conference c.Disposition hearing d.Advisement hearing
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If the state intervenes and prosecutes Tom's parents, the first step of the process is likely to be an "advisement hearing" (d). This is where the court informs the parents of the charges and their rights. Let me know if there's anything else you need!
___________________ refers to deprivations children suffer at the hands of their parents, such as lack of food, shelter, and adequate health care. a.Physical abuse b.Physical neglect c.Emotional abuse d.Educational neglect
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The correct answer is b. Physical neglect. It refers to the failure of parents to provide necessary resources like food, shelter, and health care for their children. If you need more information or have further questions, feel free to ask!
_____________ type of gang is described as being involved in few delinquent activities and little drug use other than alcohol and marijuana. a.Social b.Serious c.Party d.Organized
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The correct answer is c. Party. Party gangs are typically involved in fewer delinquent activities and primarily use substances like alcohol and marijuana. Let me know if there's anything else you need help with!
Which of the following best describes the most common reason for gang member migration in the United States? a.Political, to spread the influence of gangs b.Social, to spread the social networks of the gang c.Social, the gang member’s family moves d.Economic, to spread the drug distribution network
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The most common reason for gang member migration in the United States is often described as economic, to spread the drug distribution network (d). If you have any further questions or need more information, feel free to ask!
What is not a common characteristic of contemporary gangs? a.Wearing colors traditionally associated with a rival gang b.More concern over turf and territory c.Symbols and graffiti associated with different gangs d.Members who sometimes switch from one gang to another
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The characteristic that is not common among contemporary gangs is:
a. Wearing colors traditionally associated with a rival gang.
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A clique is defined as: a.small groups of friends who share activities and confidences b.loosely organized groups of children who share interests and activities c.large hoards of youths who share common locations like schools and neighborhoods d.small groups of friends who engage in crime and use drugs and alcohol
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A clique is best defined as:
a. small groups of friends who share activities and confidences.
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______________________ was terrorized by organized gangs that called themselves “Hectors,” “Bugles,” “Dead Boys,” and other colorful names. a.Seattle b.London c.Boston d.New York
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The correct answer to the question is: b. London.
According to ___________________ theory, kids who engage in unstructured socializing with like-minded peers, without parental controls, will have greater opportunities to get involved in delinquent behaviors than those who receive adult monitoring and control. a.social learning b.routine activities c.control d.social disorganization
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The correct answer to your question is b. routine activities theory. This theory suggests that unstructured socializing with peers without parental control can increase opportunities for delinquent behaviors. If you have more legal questions, feel free to ask!
According to ___________________ theory, kids who engage in unstructured socializing with like-minded peers, without parental controls, will have greater opportunities to get involved in delinquent behaviors than those who receive adult monitoring and control. a.social learning b.routine activities c.control d.social disorganization
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The theory you are referring to is b. routine activities theory. This theory posits that unstructured socializing with peers without parental control can increase the likelihood of engaging in delinquent behaviors. If you have any questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask!
Which of the following were not among the early American gangs? a.Dead Rabbits b.Roach Guards c.Bugles d.Plug Uglies
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The gang "Bugles" was not among the early American gangs. The other options—Dead Rabbits, Roach Guards, and Plug Uglies—were indeed part of early American gang history. If you have more questions or need further information, feel free to ask!
According to the ____________ view, ganging provides girls with independence and a chance to earn profit through illegal activities. a.social injury b.critical feminist c.liberation d.prestige status
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The correct answer is c. liberation. According to the liberation view, ganging provides girls with independence and a chance to earn profit through illegal activities. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!
What is not a reason attributed to the reemergence of gang activity in the 1970s? a.Gang involvement in the sale of illegal drugs. b.Local youth has access to conventional careers. c.The traditional weapons of gangs were replaced by automatic weapons. d.It may have been the natural consequence of the economic and social dislocation.
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The reason not attributed to the reemergence of gang activity in the 1970s is:
b. Local youth has access to conventional careers.
This option suggests stability and opportunity, which would typically deter gang involvement rather than contribute to its reemergence.
Michael is 13 years old and has both a good relationship with his parents and with close group of friends who know him well. Some of these friends have engaged in various delinquent activities. One friend, John, is rather aggressive and is liked by some in the group and not others. Michael also has a wider circle of friends from his participation in Boy Scouts and hockey. With regard to Michael’s long-term behavior patterns, what is true? a.Michael’s friends will not impact his long-term behavior. b.His parents are the strongest influence. c.John is the most important influence of all Michael’s friends. d.The influence of his peers is more important than Michael’s parents.
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For Michael's long-term behavior patterns, the most accurate statement is b. His parents are the strongest influence. Parental influence typically plays a significant role in shaping a child's behavior and values, although peers also have an impact. If you have more questions or need further information, feel free to ask!