Revisiting Violence in Rural Academic Settings: A School Killing Impacting Livingston High School and Considerations of Policy and Programs

Abstract:

This article provides a discussion of violence with respect to educational environments involving a school shooting incident.  This article examines a rural shooting incident that occurred in Livingston, Alabama.  Discussions regarding the origins of school violence, preventive strategies, and violence control strategies are considered with respect to the crafting of policies and programs regarding the deterrence of school violence.  Perspectives of campus violence are presented with respect to a rural high school.  Various conclusions and recommendations regarding campus safety and campus security are provided.