I will share with everyone what I believe our biggest problems are and some possible solutions.

Part 1

I went through several rough periods after witnessing the abuse at Kaimuki Middle School.  My first rough period was caused by seeing the incident. The child's face when iced coffee was poured on him is scarred in my memory.  He looked up out of surprise and then realized what was happening.  He couldn't speak but his face expressed betrayal, as if to say, "How could you do this to me?" and then he proceeded to cry and flail.  Then there was reactions of laughter and statements supporting the EA's (Miss B's) actions by her coworkers (they all agreed he deserved it and never had any discipline).  I thought "How did it get so bad?"  I found out shortly after why the environment may be that way.  I informed the teacher (Leane) and she laughed.  I told her it was a serious issue.  I then informed an administrator (SSC) and she appeared concerned but stated the child had been bad lately.