1This book has been revised and updated to reflect Dr. Metcalf's extensive and continued experience and expertise I the field of education, using a Solution Focused approach. She has incorporated new material on significant school issues such as violence and the use and abuse of social media and the worrying and dangerous ways students try to cope when dealing with mental health issues. She also incorporates new developments in the education world such as social emotional learning. What has not changed is Dr. Metcalf's capacity to communicate her ideas succinctly, with illuminating case studies and helpful practice exercises, and her focus on the strengths of students, teachers and school communities. Alongside this she now highlights the power of connection. In the challenging world of education today, this book shines a light which has kindness, care and above all, hope at its heart. It will make a difference to all professionals working in the demanding field of education today.Denise Yusuf, MA MSc, CQSW, DipSFB (BRIEF), DipLC. (Indy LC), AC Accredited and HCPC Registered Certified Coach and Supervisor. Co-Author of Brief Coaching with Children and Young People: A Solution Focused Approach.