When will our students feel safe again?

A tragic school shooting occurred this week, a story that we all know far too well. A fourteen-year-old boy entered his school with a gun on September 4, 2024, and killed two of his classmates and two teachers. It was the 45th school shooting incident of this year. The story hit individuals all around the world as we take a look at this growing problem. What made such a young individual capable of such a horrific act and why is this happening more frequently? Every individual has their own viewpoints on why gun violence is occurring rapidly right now. Various opinions exist about whether guns or the people who own them are the problem. In my opinion, taking away guns will not solve this problem. The problem stems far deeper. Majority of these individuals are extremely mentally-disturbed and desperately need mental health. We need to advocate for mental health resources for these individuals and make sure to keep a watchful eye out for warning signs. The individuals often display many troubling signs that are dismissed by teachers and fellow classmates. If you see something, report it. I hope that this election creates open communication between both sides and we can put aside our differences to protect the well-being of our children.