Following the February 14 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, the community is grappling with school safety. Students now wear clear backpacks as part of new security measures. Lori Alhadeff, a mother of a shooting victim, became a school safety activist, emphasizing the impact of the tragedy on families. The ongoing national debate revolves around the effectiveness of strict security policies versus a more lenient, supportive approach to student discipline. Historical context reveals a shift from zero-tolerance policies to discussions about equitable school discipline, raising critical questions about safety philosophy in schools.
Harsh consequences or second chances? Do we achieve safety and security by making schools harder or making them softer? That's the core of the ongoing national debate on school safety.
The tragedy of the shooting that took place at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School has reignited discussions on school security and the balance between discipline and compassion.
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