lem of violence in schools. What metal detectors and other security measures do is to offer a highly visible symbol to the community. Even with all these security measures implemented into schools there are still a variety of ways that weapons can be brought in, such as through side windows and side entrances if there are minimal security devices at these doors. In conclusion, the solution to this problem should start in the home. The home environment is the most influential part of an adolescents life. The parents should take the time to try to understand their children. This is very laborious to accomplish because adolescence is a very difficult time during the growth process. If a student is found to be struggling or going through a rough time, the student should have meetings with the school officials and the parents. By doing this, many problems that arouse can be eliminated before the problem blows up and many innocent people are damaged for life. ...