Topic: We should adopt a zero-tolerance policy in schools
adopting a zero-tolerance policy in schools could unfairly ruin lives as the brains of minors are not developed and maturated enough to truly understand consequences.
adopting a zero-tolerance policy in schools is unfair since it takes no account of the circumstances of the infraction
adopting a zero-tolerance policy on schools would create fear for students and make the learning environment less pleasant.
adopting a zero-tolerance policy was shown to work in new york with crime and so would help in schools too.
adopting a zero-tolerance policy will create  safe environment for children as all wrong behaviours will be punished accordingly.
adopting zero-tolerance in school will solve the big issues which schools all around country face it today.
all schools should adopt a zero-tolerance policy as kids need to know they can not act inappropriately at any given moment when in school.
almost all schools already have zero tolerance policies and they clearly do not work. violence in schools is at an all time high. they clearly have no effect.
an education authority has the responsibility for the education of all pupils and we simply cant have a zero tolerance policy which could result in many not receiving or receiving little education.
an effective measure to avoid bullying is to adopt zero tolerance and more severe punishments
any measure that contributes to less abuse in schools should be adopted without delay.
as americans we are granted the right of due process. sometimes there are extenuating circumstances that must be taken into account.
bad zero-tolerance policy in school
be tolerant or not so subjective that standardizing the rules is necessary
because it provides a secure and stable environment for children to learn in. the clearly defined boundaries enable them to understand what is expected of them.
because not all actions are equal a zero tolerance policy can punish a minor infraction as severely as a major one. 

this can lead to students making worse choices since the punishment is the same.
being permissive of disruptive behavior is unfair to well-behaved students.
being too harsh creates a negative environment which is bad for children so there should be some flexibility to avoid a zero-tolerance policy in schools.
bullies should be given second chances; they may still have empathy. bullies could realize that what they're doing is harmful, and they will want to work towards becoming respectful, productive students.
bullies should not be given second chances. being victim to school bullying is a major risk factor for developing mental health problems like depression, anxiety, and even suicidal thoughts.
bullying and other ‘crimes’ are getting out of control in schools and not enough is being done at this time.
bullying is in every school in the united states and the bullies are getting off scott-free.    this is resulting in more and more school shootings and suicides from those bullied.
by adopting a zero-tolerance policy in schools we can cut bullying out since those who do it will be removed from the school.