Criticisms of Zero Tolerance Policy in Academic Settings



Criticisms of Zero Tolerance Policy in Academic Settings

Responding to the concern of school safety in recent years, state legislators and school boards have implemented zero tolerance policies that focus on combating violence, drugs, arms, and antisocial behavior. The results have been mixed with some legislators appreciating the concern, while other critics have out rightly rejected the policy.

Technically, zero tolerance policies are designated as administrative rules that strive to focus and subsequently terminate specific problems associated with discipline and safety in educational setup. Congress approved the law, titled as Gun-Free Schools Act, intended to free schools ...