A sheriff's office have created a voluntary course, showing teachers how to how to deal with an active shooter. 9News
"The normal public never gets to come in and shoot inside of a home, which is so much different than shooting on a static range with just paper targets," Utah County Office Undersheriff Sean Buffton toldThe group faces a series of confronting situations, including gunmen in classrooms and discovering hostages – all of which require split-second decisions.READ MORE:For many of the teachers in the course, it is the first time they've picked up a gun.
After the tragedy in Uvalde, in May of 2022, some states made it easier for school employees to obtain a gun. After the tragedy in Uvalde, in May of 2022, some states made it easier for school employees to obtain a gun. By law, principals are not allowed to ask if teachers are carrying weapons and the call to arm teachers is divisive.The US has had countless moments to introduce gun reform, but those who want it are left with an overwhelming feeling nothing will change and teachers are left to grapple with a uniquely American problem.
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