Discipline is a major problem in many schools and an important issue to parents and educators alike. Discipline is commonly defined as negative reinforcement--punishment--instead of leadership and good teaching. Its definition should be expanded to relate it to the overall purposes of education. Discipline policy should be integrated with curriculum and instructional Programs. Corporal punishment and suspension both have a place in the school discipline policy. The school's philosophy governing these two measures should be clearly stated in writing and made available to all interested parties. A coherent, comprehensive discipline policy to ease racial tensions is especially necessary in newly integrated schools. (DS)