The era of massive student disorders seems finally to have ended; but in its wake, it has left profound changes which affect the relationship between the student and the law. One immediate consequence of these changes is a new expanded view of student civil rights, particularly those rights at the high school level that did not exist a decade ago. A second consequence is the general order on the campus, which has produced a breathing spell during which some of the underlying causes of student violence can be addressed. In spite of the relative calm, administrators are concerned about the upsurge in vandalism and gang violence. Some positive programs are combatting these violence problems. However, the need is recognized for some changes in existing laws which will give administrators and peace officers more powers to respond to the manifestations of violence. (Author/JF)