Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius voices her alarm over the rising gun violence affecting local youth, marking 24 student homicides in the past year alone. She emphasizes that this tragic loss should not be accepted as a norm and urges for a coordinated community effort to combat the issue.
During a recent meeting with city leaders, Cassellius noted the frequent tragedies among students and expressed her concerns about the lack of an organized approach to ensure their safety. Initiatives like the “Hello Summer” program aim to engage children in positive activities, but both parents and community members need to actively support these efforts to be effective.
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