By Paul J. Condra
Since the April 1999 shooting at Columbine High School, in which 12 were killed by two heavily-armed students, public schools have been charged with the task of building safer environs. But while increasing school security has largely consisted of preventative technology such as metal detectors, video surveillance and armed security, one local school is choosing a simpler path toward a tranquil education the strength of its community.
With only 576 students, Malverne High School isn