(January 23, 2001) — From afar one might think Clark students are content with their current surroundings: clean and sanitary restrooms, computers in practically every room and a nearly violence-free environment. A closer look, on the other hand, reveals that many students feel frustration and agitation with the school’s administration. For nearly three years, students have endured what many often refer to as “belittling” and “unfair treatment.” And during that time, some students have built up significant disapproval and resentment towards their current administration. But is this “disapproval” a valid matter or merely a phase of adolescent development? It may very well be a phase of rebellious development, a form of needed attention perhaps. Nonetheless, many of the students’ concerns are valid and do prompt thought and even questioning of the current administration. Examples of classroom speeches where students are “privileged to attend Clark,” nit-picky dress code monitoring, PA announcements that intimidate students and the overall form of discipline that portrays students as being juvenile are just a few of the things that cause concern in the student body. Overall, it is the general tone the administration carries that troubles students. When adults in positions of authority use harsh or loud tones as a form of control, students view this as a lack of respect. And that’s exactly how many students feel. Students feel that the administration has some personal agenda set against them, or more importantly they feel that they are dealt with like children. Rather than using such authoritarian tones, students would prefer calm and mature-level conversations that make them feel somewhat valued and respected. Seeing an improvement in the administration’s attitude towards students would result in more respect for the administration and their actions.