And the same goes for the students, teachers said. His students say there's less tension and less acting out because everyone knows what's expected of them. Students get to know teachers so well that very close relationships are formed. After all she's been through, she wants you to go for your goals, the same way she did. The fact that looping is making a comeback may be a reflection of the state of American society, George said.
People move more often, change partners more often . .
I suspect the spate of school violence we've seen in recent years has played a part in it. No records are kept on how many schools loop, but George estimates that about 200 middle schools employ the looping principle. Other experts agree that number is rising fast. After six years of looping at Stoddart-Fleisher, teachers say they are sold on the concept. The knowledge allows for more give and take in the student-teacher relationship, said one student.