NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Protesters in Tennessee voiced their concerns as the state House Republicans passed a bill allowing certain teachers and staff to carry concealed handguns on public school grounds. The bill also includes a provision that would prevent parents and other teachers from knowing which employees are armed. The 68-28 vote in favor of … Read more
Littleton, Colorado – It has been 25 years since the tragic massacre at Columbine High School, which marked a pivotal moment in the history of school shootings in the United States. The incident, which occurred on April 20, 1999, saw two teenage gunmen take the lives of 12 students and a teacher before turning their … Read more
Viry-Chatillon, France – A tragic incident has rocked a small town south of Paris, as a 15-year-old schoolboy passed away from injuries sustained in a brutal assault. The teen was viciously attacked near his school, leading to a cardiac arrest and ultimately, his untimely death. This heartbreaking event comes amidst a wave of violence targeting … Read more
Auckland, New Zealand – Recent incidents of student violence at Ōrewa College have raised concerns among school officials and parents in the Auckland area. The Auckland Secondary Schools Principals’ Association (ASSPA) has acknowledged the challenges posed by such incidents and emphasized the importance of addressing issues related to student behavior and safety within school environments. … Read more
Nashville, Tennessee – Lawmakers in Tennessee passed a bill on Monday requiring both public and private schools to have protocols in place to determine the cause of a fire alarm before evacuating students from classrooms. This decision comes in light of a tragic incident at a Nashville elementary school where a shooter set off a … Read more
MEMPHIS, Tennessee – The recent severe storms and freezing temperatures have wreaked havoc in several states, including Oregon and Tennessee. The National Weather Service has issued new weather advisories, warning of freezing rain, gusting winds, and hazardous road conditions in affected areas. Schools and government offices have been forced to close, and residents are grappling … Read more
DAYTON, Ohio – In response to the recent assault on a Dayton Public Schools bus driver, the district has announced a new policy aimed at creating a safer environment for employees, particularly bus drivers. The changes include more severe consequences for policy violators, including the involvement of law enforcement and the filing of criminal charges. … Read more
DAYTON, Ohio — Dayton Public Schools has implemented a new approach to dealing with policy violators following a violent assault on a district bus driver. Interim Superintendent Dr. David Lawrence announced that the previous protocol of issuing trespass notices and involving the police only for subsequent violations has been replaced with a more proactive strategy. … Read more