John Huber
Georgia School Shooting: Missed Opportunities and the Importance of School-SRO Collaboration
The tragic school shooting in Georgia has once again brought to light serious concerns about the interplay between school administrators, law enforcement, and safety protocols. While the details of the case are still emerging, there are critical elements in the way the situation unfolded that raise questions about missed opportunities and preventable outcomes. These insights …
Teacher Exodus: Arizona’s Alarming Attrition Crisis and the Policies That Missed the Mark
The teaching profession is facing a crisis of attrition, with numerous educators leaving the field each year. A recent survey by the Arizona Department of Education sheds light on the key reasons behind this troubling trend, highlighting issues such as burnout, lack of respect, and student behavior problems as primary drivers. Burnout at the Forefront …
Parents Furious, Lawsuit Filed: 11-year-old daughter forced to share bed with a biological male on School Trip
A federal lawsuit has been filed against Jeffco Public Schools in Colorado by Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) on behalf of three families, igniting a heated debate over constitutional rights, parental authority, and school policies on gender identity. The lawsuit centers on a controversial incident that occurred in June 2023, and it raises questions about the …
From Empty Threats to Tragedy: Are We Letting Kids Off the Hook Too Easily?
In the aftermath of tragedies like the recent Apalachee High School shooting, where a 14-year-old student killed four and injured nine, a familiar debate resurfaces. On one side, we hear the argument that children and teens are still maturing, that their brains aren’t fully developed, and they should not face the harshest consequences for their …
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Cell Phones in School Crises: A Dangerous Distraction or Essential Lifeline?
The ongoing debate about whether cell phones should be allowed in schools during emergencies has been reignited by recent incidents such as the tragic shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia. In this event, two teachers and two students lost their lives, and nine others were injured. A viral text message exchange between a student …
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Administrative Missteps or Unavoidable Tragedy? Why School Officials Are Now Under Fire After the Apalachee High School Shooting
In the aftermath of tragedies like the recent shooting at Apalachee High School, the instinctive reaction is to ask one question: Could it have been prevented? Many are now pointing fingers at the school administration, suggesting that if they had acted faster, four lives might have been saved and nine others spared from injury. But …
Worcester Sheriff Raised the Alarm in 2023 About Not Reporting: Montgomery County Now Faces the Same Hidden School Safety Crisis
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is facing growing concerns over how serious incidents are reported within its schools. During the 2023-2024 school year, only 130 fights were documented, a figure that raised eyebrows among both school board members and staff. Peter Moran, MCPS Chief of Schools, expressed skepticism, noting that the number seemed low compared …
Advancing Struggling Students: Maryland’s Controversial Move to Skip Retention in Third Grade
Maryland is considering a significant change to its literacy program, aimed at addressing the educational needs of students who do not meet reading standards by the third grade. This revision would allow parents or guardians to advance their children to the fourth grade, even if they are not reading at grade level, provided that they …
School Leaders or Lawbreakers? The Legal Perils of Not Reporting Weapons and Violence on Campus
The recent incident at Thurston Woods School in Milwaukee, where an 11-year-old student allegedly brought a gun to school and threatened other students, underscores a critical failure in school safety protocols. The school’s principal, Dennis Daniels, now faces a felony charge for misconduct in public office for not reporting the incident to the police, as …
Increasing Legal Challenges for Schools Over Using SROs For School Matters: Rockford’s Case Reflects a Broader Pattern
The Rockford Public School District (RPS) in Illinois is currently facing a discrimination lawsuit filed by two national civil rights organizations, the National Center for Youth Law and the MacArthur Justice Center. The lawsuit accuses the district of improperly using School Resource Officers (SROs) to enforce school discipline policies in a way that disproportionately impacts …