school insecurity
[/skuːl ɪnˈsɛkjərəti/]
noun
insegurança escolar
1. The state of feeling unsafe, threatened, or anxious in a school environment due to violence, bullying, discrimination, or lack of physical safety measures
School insecurity has increased due to rising bullying incidents and inadequate security measures.
A insegurança escolar aumentou devido aos incidentes crescentes de bullying e medidas de segurança inadequadas.
2. A lack of confidence or certainty about one's ability to perform academically or socially within the school setting
Many students experience school insecurity when transitioning to a new grade level.
Muitos estudantes experimentam insegurança escolar ao fazer transição para uma nova série.
3. Food insecurity specifically affecting students, where they lack consistent access to adequate nutrition during school hours
School insecurity programs aim to provide breakfast and lunch to underprivileged students.
Programas de insegurança escolar visam fornecer café da manhã e almoço para estudantes desfavorecidos.
In Brazil, school insecurity is a significant public concern, particularly in urban areas where gang violence and drug trafficking can affect schools. The term encompasses physical safety threats, bullying, and food insecurity. In the USA, school insecurity gained prominence following school shootings and includes concerns about active shooter drills, metal detectors, and psychological safety. Both contexts recognize that insecurity negatively impacts student academic performance and mental health.
NYC Slang
school beef / not feeling safe in school
Related Idioms & Phrases
criar um ambiente seguro na escola
lidar com insegurança escolar
enfrentar problemas de segurança nas escolas
program to combat school insecurity
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