Get a Grip: Santas Against Gun Violence
A man with 50 years of experience in public health — and portraying Santa Claus — shares his thoughts on gun violence in schools.
A man with 50 years of experience in public health — and portraying Santa Claus — shares his thoughts on gun violence in schools.
Administrators locked the teacher in an office as dozens of Hillcrest High students stormed through the halls, vandalizing school property.
The 23-year-old student reportedly attacked the four victims from behind as they were leaving a campus recreation center.
The incident occurred three days after another Matanzas High student was arrested for fighting a student and biting a staff member.
Advocates are calling for more security and resources following two shootings in four days during homecoming week at two Maryland HBCUs.
A school’s safety measures are only as strong as the weakest link. Maintaining a consistent, ongoing focus on safety protocols is critical.
Since 1970, there have been 2,057 incidents involving the discharge of a firearm on school property and 680 people have died.
Charges include one count of terrorism, four counts of first-degree murder, seven counts of assault with intent to murder, and 12 counts of possession of a firearm.
The tax revenue, which is estimated to generate $159 million annually, will pay for school safety and violence prevention programs.
This year’s PSA emphasizes the importance of speaking up when concerning behavior is exhibited — even if you think they might be “joking.”