The horrific recent mass shootings in public schools have touched off a national debate on school violence and safety. Legislatures across the country are racing to consider new laws without stopping to ask educators, who often risk their own safety to protect their students, what they think we need to create truly safe schools.
NEA, in partnership with VIVA Teachers, launched this site, to hear directly from NEA members, our frontline experts so that we can give our public leaders the true expertise of educators.
At the end of this collaboration a small group of you will present your ideas directly to me and to public officials here in Washington and in your state capitols.
YOU SHARED AND YOU SPOKE OUT! CLICK HERE TO READ ABOUT SENSIBLE SOLUTIONS FOR SAFER SCHOOLS: AN EDUCATORS' VIVSION FOR POSITIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FULL REPORT AS A PDF.
Problem Solving Skills and Caring Communities
Genevieve H. When people are able to get their needs met through effective nonviolent means, they do. While we are talking about arms ... More »
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Claudia E. In some states it is almost too easy to obtain a concealed weapon permit. I believe teachers should have the right to arm ... More »
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Sue C. Fences should be built around the school buildings anywhere students play. Metal gates should be installed in front of ea... More »
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0 0Maryclaire R.
Maryclaire R. We need to work as a community to keep our children and staff safe. Security and Police presence is important in our city... More »
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Mark G. I would like to try out the idea of having teachers have the option to have firearms. It's worth a try. More »
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