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A sometimes chilling and sobering look at the presence of hardcore kids in our classrooms. Our staffrooms are littered with the remains of teachers who have been destroyed by these kids and as the level of their antics rises in severity and violence towards others, what does the everyday teacher do to deal with them? In this book, proven strategies, systems and codes of behaviour are outlined and discussed. These strategies are real, and have been used and re-used in some of the most challenging situations imaginable. Tell a 16 year old on remand for murder that he has to do his sums ? it is possible. With the increasing levels of stress, pressure, violence, threats, innuendo and target practice at teachers, this is a book that no school, primary or secondary, can afford to be without. And rather than being a book about doom and gloom, it is, rather, a book about triumph, honour, dignity and hope for the future. A must read, must have, must do. Proven strategies for teachers to thrive with these kids, not in spite of them. CONTENTS The reason for the book Violence in Schools. What is a hardcore kid? What is their problem? What is their family?s problem? The welfare mindset. Implied and imposed expectations of the school. Working with a cooperative community. Working within a hostile community. What does the future hold? Strategies. Communication skills. Backed into a corner ? options and choices. Genuine interest ? no lip service. Humour. Safe touching. When being a teacher is the best medicine. Rewards vs bribes. Defusing rather than cleaning up the mess. Discipline and boundaries. Getting them involved in the school community. Supports. Changes. Proud to teach.