A two part comparative public notice image. Both signs would be posted in the parking lot and entrance to a school. The image is clearly designed to deter crime on the campus. A sign that states that the teachers are not only armed but are also trained would prevent another school tragedy. In the state of Texas legislators are hotly debating the benefits of allowing guns on college campuses. There are already several ISD’s in Texas who are considering having armed teachers on campuses. David Thweatt who is the superintendent of Harrold ISD, “…sees his job not only as an educator, but also a protector of the 120 or so kindergarten through 12th grade students in his care”. This discussion carries on across the county today.
After the events at Sandy Hook Elementary School, parents and school districts started questioning whether school are safe …show more content…
If teachers have access to the weapons, an intruder could also gain access only increasing the potential for violence. Concealed handguns in the schools would be kept in a secure area and teachers and administrators would have strict procedures in carrying the gun on school grounds. There would be more responsibility for the teachers and administrators, but in order to protect students teachers would welcome new regulations.
The battle continues in state legislatures across the country. It is fought in both the smallest and largest school districts in many states. Many districts remain opposed to arming teachers because of all the potential issues with having guns within a school. However, history tells us that it’s better to be safe than sorry, and in this case teachers would rather carry a concealed handgun and never use the gun than not have a gun but need one. Teachers and administrators should be allowed to carry guns on school grounds in an effort to help protect our
After the events at Sandy Hook Elementary School, parents and school districts started questioning whether school are safe …show more content…
If teachers have access to the weapons, an intruder could also gain access only increasing the potential for violence. Concealed handguns in the schools would be kept in a secure area and teachers and administrators would have strict procedures in carrying the gun on school grounds. There would be more responsibility for the teachers and administrators, but in order to protect students teachers would welcome new regulations.
The battle continues in state legislatures across the country. It is fought in both the smallest and largest school districts in many states. Many districts remain opposed to arming teachers because of all the potential issues with having guns within a school. However, history tells us that it’s better to be safe than sorry, and in this case teachers would rather carry a concealed handgun and never use the gun than not have a gun but need one. Teachers and administrators should be allowed to carry guns on school grounds in an effort to help protect our