An Alaska elementary school developed an innovative program to reduce bus problems arising from discipline infractions and driver/student frustrations. On every first Tuesday, the principal meets with drivers to offer encouragement and training. Students earn individual and group points for good bus behavior and receive small treats from the…

Because student misbehavior on school buses can endanger the driver, other students, motorists, and pedestrians, schools are considering technological solutions, such as mounted video cameras. The cameras deter misbehavior and help administrators detect inappropriate activities and determine appropriate action. Program implementation is…

Lectures and workbooks cannot instill curiosity and continuous interest or the disposition to respond to experiences in certain ways. This article examines sabateurs of the learning disposition (such as reinforcing learned stupidity and using rewards that suppress interest) and suggests curriculum strategies to engage young minds, such as using…