Educators Say Student Misconduct Has Increased--Progressive Reforms or Harsher Punishments Alone Won't Fix the Problem.

The article focuses on the increasing incidents of student misconduct in schools, with the 2022-23 school year being particularly violent, leading to calls for reform in school discipline policies. It mentions polarized views on addressing this issue are restorative responses that build relationships with students and punitive practices like suspension, but the author suggests that achieving safe schools requires a comprehensive approach that combines both approaches.