Teenager disengagement from school, hostility between social groupings, and violence in schools are issues of national proportions made visible through their detrimental affects on schools and the overall health of communities.

School Violence is a broad category and can be explained in many different ways. School violence is defined as any physical or verbal attack on a person while on school grounds or on school property.

There are three main causes for school violence witch includes the media, school harassment, and social problems. The media influences teens by showing violent acts in movies, video games, and music. School irritation includes peer pressure, bullying, and teasing. The social problem consists of teen abuse, a culture of violence, and poor peer's relations.

The following risk factors with perpetration of youth violence

Individual Risk Factors-

* History of early aggressive behavior

* History of violent victimization or involvement

* Attention deficits, hyperactivity, or learning disorders

* Involvement with drugs, alcohol, or tobacco.

Family Risk Factors-

* Poor family functioning

* Low parental education and income

* Parental substance abuse or criminality

* Poor monitoring and supervision of children

School Risk Factors-

* Social rejection by peers

* Lack of involvement in conventional activities

* Poor academic performance

* Association with delinquent peers

Violence-prevention literature and experts constantly relate at least. Some characteristics of school based violence prevention programs are:

1. A comprehensive approach
2. Staff development
3. Parental involvement
4. An early start, long-term commitment
5. Strong leadership and disciplinary policies