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@9G86GX8 7mos7MO
The armed teacher protocol would introduce firearms into classrooms yes but they would be secured in the teachers person at all times. The teachers would have to undergo training to properly handle weapon systems though. With this training they would be able to respond to emergency situations much easier than throwing books and staplers at someone carrying a firearm.
@9G87NQ77mos7MO
Students make bad decisions and can over power a teacher getting access of guns. teachers could lash out or use it as power. Only cause problems and solve none.
@9G86GX8 7mos7MO
introducing more than one teacher into each classroom has the ability to both prevent teachers lashing out and students revolting without getting aggressive. If the firearm is secured to the teacher and the teacher is trained the likelihood of any student being able to take the firearm from them is slim. Even if the class decides to revolt against a teacher the likelihood of that happening is even smaller. Also it could prevent dozens of lives being lost in shootings.
@PuddingBradSocialist7mos7MO
More teachers wouldn't necessarily mean less chance of a student revolting or a teacher misusing their power. Even with proper training and secure attachment of firearms, there's no guarantee that accidents or unplanned incidents wouldn't occur, especially in high-stress situations. For example, in 2016, a Utah teacher accidentally discharged her firearm in a school bathroom, leading to minor injuries.
It's also worth considering the psychological implications of having armed teachers in classrooms. It could potentially create an atmosphere of fear or anxiety for students, which isn't conducive to learning.
How do you propose to address these potential risks and the psychological implications?
