Local school districts plan for protests following Florida shooting

Alex Arreaza, Borges’ attorney, says that it’s “going to be a tough recovery … it’s a miracle that we’re even talking about recovery”. The April 20 date falls on the 19th anniversary of the Columbine school shooting in Colorado in 1999. We are not safe in our cities and towns.

Students in Parkland, Florida returned to school. “I’m just a high school student, and I do not pretend to have all of the answers”. The rally is also meant to honor those who have lost their lives because of school violence, according to the letter.

Here’s what has changed: there has been an increase in school threats and people are more sensitive to reporting threats.

In contrast, there are laws that could be implemented to make purchasing a gun more hard.

Before the House began consideration of a Senate proposal that would create a program allowing guns in the hands of school employees, Democratic Rep. Jared Moskowitz put his colleagues on notice. “We support their right to gather peacefully”. However, it could be extremely beneficial to have a law requiring all those who carry firearms to take part in a gun-safety course.

Under Florida law, damages awards against state agencies are capped at $300,000 per claimant, but Florida’s legislature has the ability to waive those limits in particular cases.

Having used an assault rifle – an AR-15 assault rifle that’s consistent with modern military weaponry – in the shooting, many students, family members, and community figures have voiced their opinions on whether gun control should be implemented or not. The event coincides with the #Enough National School Walkout to End Gun Violence organized by Women’s March Youth. It’s silent, it’s civil, but most importantly it sends a message loud and clear.

DeVos wants to “connect with teachers and students” after the shooting, according to a news release from the Education Department. “We applaud the fearless students that are fighting for their lives”. Political and social issues addressed at an early age can help to shape a one’s character and set the tone for future involvement in matters of importance. We want Congress to pay attention and take note: “many of us will vote this November and many others will cast their ballots in 2020″, he added.

Wright said the district and school administrators are working with student leaders to find the best way to accomplish their goals.

Sarah Shields is a contributing writer for Raise Your Voice.