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Raywid, Mary Anne; Oshiyama, Libby – Phi Delta Kappan, 2000
As suggested by standard indicators--truancy, dropout rates, graffiti, vandalism, violence--youngsters in small schools rarely display the anger at the institution and its inhabitants that typifies Columbine and many other comprehensive high schools. Educators must cultivate learning communities and qualities (like empathy and compassion)…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Alienation, Anger, Community