THE IMPACTS OF SCHOOL VIOLENCE ON STUDENTS

Introduction
School violence is a critical issue that has gained more focus in recent years due to the
detrimental effects it has on students and their academic performance. A young person can be
a victim, a perpetrator, or a witness of school violence. School violence may also involve or
impact adults. The occurrence of school violence has been increasing, with various forms
such as bullying, physical assaults, and school shootings, bullying, pushing, and shoving—
can cause more emotional harm than physical harm. In 2014, there were about 486,400
nonfatal violent victimizations at school among students 12 to 18 years of age. Zhang A and
colleagues ( 2015 ). In a 2015 nationally representative sample of youth in grades 9-12, 7.8%
reported being in a physical fight at school property in the 12 months before the survey, 5.6%
reported that they did not go to school on
one or more days because they felt unsafe at school or on their way to or from school, 4%
reported carrying a weapon (gun, knife, or club) on school property on one or more days in
the 30 days before the survey Kann L and colleagues (2015). Other forms of violence, such
as gang violence and assault (with or without weapons), can lead to serious injury or even
death.
This research aims to investigate the impacts of school violence on students, including its
effects on academic performance, mental health, and social behavior. The background of this
study highlights the prevalence of school violence and its effects on students.
The literature review focuses on the researchers' views on the topic and their findings on the
impacts of school violence. It also highlights other opinions and perspectives on school
violence's effects on students' academic, mental, and social development. The limitations of
this study include the vast number of studies conducted on school violence, with none of
them addressing this topic's specific issues.
The reason for choosing this topic is to increase awareness of school violence and its effects
on students, enhance knowledge on the issue, and help develop strategies to address the
problem. The research question is, "What are the impacts of school violence on students'
academic performance, mental health, and social behavior?" By answering this question, we
aim to provide insights into the issue and identify potential solutions to mitigate its negative
impacts.
Questionnaire
Thank you for taking the time to participate in this survey. We are students from the IT
Faculty of Hanoi University, conducting a poll to understand the impact of school violence on
students. The survey will take about 5-10 minutes to complete, and your responses will be
kept confidential. Thank you for your participation

Part 1: Demographic Information

1. What is your gender?

a) Male
b) Female
2. How old are you?
a) 13-15 years old
b) 16-18 years old
c) 19-21 years old
d) 22-24 years old
e) 25 years old and above
3. Grade/Year Level:
a) Grade 6 – 10
b) Grade 11 – 12
c) College/ University
4. Type of School:
a) Public
b) Private
5. Location of School:
a) Urban
b) Suburban
c) Rural

Part 2: School Violence Experience

6. Have you experienced any form of school violence in the past year?
a) Yes
b) No
7. If you answered yes to question 6, please select the type(s) of school violence you
experienced:
a) Physical
b) Verbal/ Emotional
c) Social/ Relational
d) Sexual
e) Cyberbullying

Part 3: Impact of School Violence on Students

8. How do you feel or think about school violence?
a) Fearful
b) Anxious
c) Angry
d) Depressed
 e) Other (please specify)
9. How has school violence affected your academic performance?
a) Negatively impacted my grades
b) Affected my attendance and/or punctuality
c) Affected my concentration and/or motivation to study
d) Other (please specify)
10. Have you ever skipped school or considered dropping out of school as a result of school
violence?
a) Yes
b) No
11. How has school violence affected your relationships with peers?
a) Caused me to isolate myself from others
b) Affected my ability to trust others
c) Damaged my friendships
d) Other (please specify)
12. Have you ever sought help or support from school authorities, such as teachers,
counselors, or administrators, regarding school violence?
a) Yes
b) No
13. If you answered yes to question 12, how effective was the support or intervention?
a) Very effective
b) Somewhat effective
c) Not effective
d) I did not seek support/intervention from school authorities.

Part 4: Preventive Measures

14. What kind of intervention or support would you like to see from your school to prevent
school violence from happening?
a) Awareness campaigns
b) Punishment for bullies
c) Counseling services
d) Peer support groups
e) Teacher training on detecting and addressing school violence
f) Other (please specify)
15. How do you suggest school authorities foster a safer school environment?
a) Implementing stricter disciplinary measures
b) Encouraging open communication between students and teachers
c) Involving students in decision-making processes and policy-making related to
school safety
d) Providing adequate supervision during school activities
e) Other (please specify)

Thank you for participating in this survey. Your input is greatly appreciated and will be used
to improve school safety and prevent school violence.