Back to School Shootings
Stats, suggestions, and opinions from across the country about how to combat the foundation and fears of our particularly American scourge
As the country is in full “back-to-school” mode, here’s a wrap-up of recent articles focused on gun violence prevention in and around educational spaces. While we understand this topic is very anxiety-provoking, we know how important it is, and want to highlight some hopeful examples of how to combat the problem. And as always, we want to share stories of survivor strength and perseverance.
Will 2024 see fewer school shootings?
Just Outside the School Gate, America’s Gun Violence Epidemic Surrounds Its Students
Experts say we can prevent school shootings. Here's what the research says
Back to school security tip: If you see something, say something
Active shooter drill review: Working as a team is key
VIDEO: FBI Omaha shares what to watch for to stop mass shootings
No resource officers, more counselors: How Seattle hopes to improve school safety
VIDEO: SEPTA Transit Police plan safety adjustments as Philadelphia students head back to school
VIDEO: Report details improvements needed after Arlington Bowie high school shooting
Wisconsin Office of School Safety; violence prevention in schools
Early results show investment in community violence intervention working in Lansing
Tennessee law to let teachers carry guns in schools caused a ruckus, but has drawn little interest
Kansas considers AI to prevent school shootings
How AI and IoT Can Prevent School Shootings
VIDEO: Uvalde woman among speakers about school shootings
I Experienced Two Attempted School Shootings. Don’t Make Me Experience Another.
I’m a teen who has lived through two terrifying school lockdowns. Enough.
OPINION: This cannot wait: We need concrete solutions to fight school shootings right now
Emily Reeves Revisits Her Old High School Amid School Shooting Fears in Violence Week Podcast
Jimi Westbrook Is Speaking Up About Preventing 'Heartbreaking' Gun Violence
Here's back-to-school advice from elementary to high school students