School-to-Prison Pipeline Quiz

What term is used to describe the process where school disciplinary policies contribute to students entering the criminal justice system?

• School-to-prison pipeline

• School-to-college pipeline

• School-to-workforce pipeline

• School-to-community pipeline

What event in 1999 is linked to the increase in zero-tolerance policies in schools?

• Columbine school shootings

• Sandy Hook school shootings

• Virginia Tech school shootings

• Parkland school shootings

What has increased three times as quickly as spending on education since 1990?

• Spending on prisons

• Spending on healthcare

• Spending on infrastructure

• Spending on technology

What type of policies have led to criminalization and incarceration of students of color?

• Zero-tolerance policies

• Flexible policies

• Inclusive policies

• Supportive policies

What is one of the negative outcomes of excessive suspensions and expulsions?

• Dropping out of school

• Increased academic performance

• Higher college enrollment

• Improved social skills

What is a common feature in many schools to maintain safety?

• Metal detectors

• Open doors

• Free snacks

• Art classes

What is the impact of having police officers in schools according to the 2011 report?

• Leads to more kids being funneled into the juvenile justice system

• Decreases school violence

• Increases student engagement

• Improves academic performance

What is one proposed solution to prevent future incarceration of students?

• Restorative justice practices

• Increased homework

• Longer school hours

• More standardized testing

What is a potential consequence of zero-tolerance policies in schools?

• Increased student dropout rates

• Higher student satisfaction

• Improved teacher-student relationships

• Enhanced school funding

Which group is disproportionately affected by school disciplinary actions leading to incarceration?

• Students with high academic performance

• Students of color

• Students involved in extracurricular activities

• Students from affluent backgrounds