28 states US states currently allow teachers or school staff to be armed in the classroom under varying conditions. Proponents argue that without guns, teachers or other staff have only limited countermeasures available to them when confronted with a shooter. Opponents, include The National Education Association and the American Federation of Teachers, highlight the elevated risk of accidents and negligent use of firearms as more adults in schools are armed.
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@8RYFKWZConstitution4yrs4Y
Yes but with a lot of training
@B3LPTHP2mos2MO
Yes, strictly regulated and only to be used in a situation that compromises the safety of the children
@9ZVJNKG5mos5MO
Yes, if greater regulation around the purchase and public carry of a firearm is implemented and the teacher has legally and holistically followed all protocols.
@9YGWPB56mos6MO
It should not be mandatory, but if the teacher has proper registration, licenses, and training, then they can choose whether they feel confident in their ability to protect the children and staff from imminent threat.
@9Y4QMBP6mos6MO
yes as long as they have yearly psych testing and have been properly trained on how to use a gun in addition to showing firing range quarterly
@9WN9RVV7mos7MO
yes, only if teachers are put through training and psychological tests, and only if the gun is secured and when accessed need approval from law enforcement
@9WMRB3F7mos7MO
Yes, only if the teacher has been through proper documented training and has qualified with the firearm
@9VQ6H5R7mos7MO
It depends on the situation but for the overall there are better technology to help students be more safe.
@9TX924T8mos8MO
Yes, teachers should be allowed to be armed but should also be properly trained and regularly certified, as well as pass background checks and psychological testing.
@9TTSC6P8mos8MO
Teachers should be allowed to carry, but only after extensive training and security background checks. I worry about the increase in student/teacher affairs and the effect of those teachers being armed.
@9TS6S8D8mos8MO
Teachers should be allowed like other Americans to carry virtually anywhere but not required. They should be prosecuted to full extent of the law if they make the unthinkable act of harming a student that did not pose the greatest risk
@9TS3G6N8mos8MO
If there was ever a reason to send your child to school outside of America, this would be a valid reason why.
@9TM95NW8mos8MO
I believe if they should be allowed then they would have to go through a lot of psychological test to make sure they are okay
@9T8XDQC8mos8MO
Yes, with in-depth background checks, psychological evaluations annually, and proper handling training certificates. Age restrictions in place as well (too old to efficiently and safely use).
@9STHNV98mos8MO
Yes, but only those teachers who are trained and comfortable with a gun. And be required to keep training hours and recertifications up to date.
@9Q34CKFLibertarian 10mos10MO
Yes only in our current society where gun control is not well mandated. If there no guns for public use this wouldn't be an issue
@9P8PY8S11mos11MO
Teachers should be allowed to carry at school, but would need to have additional training and would be optional by the teachers. Also, gun safety should be taught in school.
@9M3GDBFProgressive1yr1Y
No, hire professionally trained security guards and fund better counseling. Teachers with guns leads to more accidental shootings
@9LTNF281yr1Y
Yes, but they all need to be properly trained on how to effectively use it if they are presented with a situation that requires it.
@9LHLB3X1yr1Y
Teachers should be allowed to carry only if they have had extensive training and keep up that training annually.
@9LGL5DK1yr1Y
Hell no, that's messed up! It's stupid just to let your math teacher carry a gun; imagine they're mentally unstable or are really mad; they could just unload the magazine on you!
@9L79F6H1yr1Y
Yes, but only if the weapon is stored in a secure location and the teacher has undergone mandatory weapons handling and safety classes.
@9KZRLFV1yr1Y
I feel like teachers shouldn't have the right to carry a gun because some teachers can be mentally unstable to handle the responsibilities and also the kids around I just think there should be more police around the school that fit those abilities and responsibilities
@9KYWFKPRepublican1yr1Y
there should be certain teachers with background checks that should be able to carry in the classroom but only certain teachers and security guards
@9KLV7W41yr1Y
Yes, however, the teacher should be required to undergo regular mental heath screenings, and training specific to dealing with active shooter situations.
Yes, I feel that teacher should be if they have had a thorough background check and they went through proper training
@9K85X9W1yr1Y
I believe this is a local issue. Allowing teachers to carry at school may cause some potential shooters to think twice, however, I don't think this is something to just "Allow." rather, it should be a program which allows Teachers to apply, and be approved to carry a sidearm at school. The gun needs to be stored in a secure container which the teacher can't open unless an active shooting is occuring, and obviously, the teacher must agree to undergo training in NON-VIOLENT De-escalation techniques.
@9JTBVB81yr1Y
Local police officers/specially trained security guards should be assigned to schools to protect campuses.
@9HJ83G5 1yr1Y
Yes, but they should keep it in a safe case where students cannot assess and must keep it hidden and away.
@9H9TWDW1yr1Y
They just need to add more restricting gun laws, teachers should not have to carry guns at school, that's NOT part of their pay grade, not a part of their qualifications, and nor is it a part of their job.
@9H3ZK68 1yr1Y
Yes, as long as they attend an intensive training course in safety and law, as well as responsibility for having said gun on their person.
@9GYYD8KRepublican1yr1Y
not necessarily a gun but a weapon would be beneficial like pepper spray or things to put an attacker down.
Yes, but the teachers that want to carry have to go through training and protocol and the parents of the students have to be notified.
@9FZK73T2yrs2Y
Yes but with processes to be able to do so and only if they feel the absolute need to. training and last option use.
@9FTPXT7Independent2yrs2Y
Yes, but they should have it in a secret place in their room and only reach for it under an emergency
@9FNTW842yrs2Y
Teachers with proper certification should be permitted to carry firearms for the sole purpose of protecting students.
@9FN8PP7Republican2yrs2Y
Yes as long as the teachers are trained and certified.
@9FMZJT9Libertarian2yrs2Y
Teachers should be allowed to carry it properly trained
@9FDN2KHIndependent2yrs2Y
Yes but need to professionally trained first.
@9F72QZ52yrs2Y
Hire professionally trained security guards and have the option to train teachers and staff to use guns in case of a shooting. The guns for teachers and staff should be locked for safety.
@9F2N66N2yrs2Y
There should be a minimum number proportional to the amount of staff/teachers in the building. And have to pass qualifications and tests on accuracy and when to use the firearm. Only in situations where other students are at risk of a shooting
@9F2GQ2J 2yrs2Y
I believe everyone has the right to protect themselves and others from danger. However, more guns do not make a place safer. Any wrong doer wanting to harm others will find a way regardless.
@9DKGVPH2yrs2Y
Perhaps make some sort of emergency defense training inclusive in the education job that may include the use of firearms after being trained on how and when it is necessary to use such force.
@Nerdbaby2yrs2Y
Yes, as long as the school approves. If it is a public school then if the state or county approves.
@9DGZMR3Republican2yrs2Y
Yes; All capable teachers and support staff should be required to carry guns to school. Also, end gun free zones.
@9D84MTX2yrs2Y
Teachers should be allowed to carry guns, and those who volunteer to carry guns should be given the added responsibility of being certified in gun shooting and handling, and active shooter response training.
@9D7T9S32yrs2Y
I think any teacher with previous professional experience should be allowed to as long as the gun is always concealed and no student is aware just incase one tries to steal it
@9D6R73QWomen’s Equality2yrs2Y
I think there should be a gun in classrooms for defence, but not actively carried
@8G9HF4JIndependent5yrs5Y
Yes, but it must be kept locked up unless of emergency.
@8FY7YHN5yrs5Y
Yes, but it should not be required in any way. They should also hire trained security as well and in order for a teacher to carry in school they must go through training with the security guards.
@9C7Z56L2yrs2Y
Maybe under supervision…
@9BS6MZ62yrs2Y
SHould be a choice but have a license to do so
@9BMKN9X2yrs2Y
Yes, because the amount of school shootings happening is too much, and teachers should be able to protect themselves and their students
yes if it makes them feel safer in the workplace but it should require a background check on the teacher first.
@99ZHTL22yrs2Y
Yes, as long as they are properly trained and vetted.
I feel like teachers should not be allowed to carry guns in school because it would be safer for very well-trained security guards to watch/be all around the school. Teachers should also not be allowed guns just in case of an accidental school shooting.
@96HSYGF3yrs3Y
Add a school resource officer for each grade.
@96F8YWD3yrs3Y
Only with proper training and storage of weapon.
Yes, only if they have received the correct background checks and/or tests to carry one.
If the gun laws remain the same, then yes
@96BQCBB3yrs3Y
Yes. A test needs to be made to assure that they are worthy of such a privilege and so they won't abuse it.
@96BP2Q33yrs3Y
Yes, but only if they receive permission and the proper training
@9682WQ53yrs3Y
Only security at the school if all guns were not banned.
Yes, If they are trained and go through background checks as long as mental checks
@967QML83yrs3Y
If it has to come to it then sure.
@9669GMD3yrs3Y
if a teacher wants to they must be intensively trained and the gun must remained locked and out of site at all times unless there is an emergency that involves another firearm.
@965SL2J3yrs3Y
NO, there should be no reason why a teacher would need a gun in a facility were children are attending. Schools should be a safe place for both staff and students and guns are definitely not useful in this type of setting.
only if they have had proper training and sign something like a contract that says like if you do this with the gun you will lose your job go to jail for a while(depends on the case).
@95JGQW43yrs3Y
Yes, but the application of this still needs to be more defined
@95GXK6D3yrs3Y
No. Hire former military as security and have them be armed.
Yes but after a long training schedule.
Yes, but go through a thorough background check and training on how to operate a gun.
@93ZSDZ93yrs3Y
Yes, but the teacher needs to have a psychological assess to permit it
@93S5NRW3yrs3Y
Yes, but only with proper training and a frequent mental health evaluations.
@93ML6Y93yrs3Y
Only if properly trained and qualified. Add a mandatory SRO to every school.
@93JSGH23yrs3Y
They should be allowed to but not required to
@936R8S23yrs3Y
Yes, with training, a CWP, and a psychological test to determine whether the teacher is should be allowed to
@92ZY65G3yrs3Y
They shouldn’t have to Carrie’s guns to school.
@92Y52Z43yrs3Y
Yes. But limit to non lethal munitions
@92VX6XYRepublican3yrs3Y
Yes, but require they take a gun safety and marksmanship class first.
@92T8KVP3yrs3Y
Schools should have resource officers with proper equipment and training to minimize a threat before other responders are available.
@92T86223yrs3Y
Yes, but only after a thorough gun safety course.
@92QRDMG3yrs3Y
Yes, and they should provide legitimate licenses to do so.
@92P98KTLibertarian3yrs3Y
Yes, but only if they meet the training and qualifications equivalent to an armed security officer
@92NCQCX3yrs3Y
Teachers should be required to take a class and have to take mental tests to be approved to carry guns
@92JRPT33yrs3Y
only if there are very very strict background and mental checks.
@92B279P3yrs3Y
No, because a teacher might use it to threaten misbehaving students.
Yes, as long and they don’t shoot me :)
@8ZVH2C23yrs3Y
yes as long as it stays in the car or locked box
@8ZRNKKF3yrs3Y
no because they might use their anger and frustration with a gun instead of a referral
@8ZRM4ZR3yrs3Y
Yes all teachers should be allowed to be armed with proper training and safety but take the funding from school cops and provide jobs for homeless veterans or veterans unable to find work to protect schools.
@8ZMTVHMRepublican3yrs3Y
Yes, if the teacher has carry permit
@8ZDWKDP3yrs3Y
@Ecommstover3yrs3Y
Yes, With required yearly training.
@8ZB25YFProgressive3yrs3Y
Yes, but they need to be highly trained and certified professionals
@8Z4Q8PN3yrs3Y
If the teacher is trained they should have a possession of a gun
@8YVLJLS3yrs3Y
Yes, but they should report when they have it in their possession and should be given a cabin to store it during class periods.
@8YTGXN23yrs3Y
Yes, if they are qualified CWP holders and have received proper training by local authorities.
@8YR9XH73yrs3Y
Yes, a teacher or personnel should be required to have a gun (ie one per hallway or one in every classroom)
@8YQQZPK3yrs3Y
I don't think teachers should be the ones to carry a gun because there could be a chance of a student getting ahold of the gun and an incident will occur. Better yet I believe that the police officers who work on school grounds carry a gun, but also take precautions while carrying one to make sure no one in the school is harmed, other than an intruder.
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