School violence has become a major concern for parents and students alike as a result of several high-profile incidents in recent years. Following the shootings at the Virginia Tech campus earlier this week, the topic has again been brought to the forefront of discussion.

To help young researchers get answers to their questions, have them explore the newest database from ABC-CLIO Schools, Issues: Understanding Conflict and Controversy. Found under the society subject area, the entry on school violence contains a 5-part discussion that includes an overview and a review of relevant people and organizations, such as the Center for the Prevention of School Violence. A timeline of events and facts and figures about violence in schools are also available. The current view/outlook essay gives the user a sense of how the issue is developing. Other entries include an examination of the Gun-Free Schools Act and the full text of the GFSA document. - link