A recent report from the Education Department indicates that gun violence in K-12 schools is on the rise, contrasting with a broader decline in overall crime rates on school campuses. The data shows that while incidents of traditional bullying and physical assaults on teachers have decreased, the presence of firearms among students is at a decade-high, raising concerns about safety and security in educational environments.
In the 2021-2022 school year, around one in four teachers reported experiencing a gun-related lockdown, underscoring the prevalence of this issue. Alarmingly, 52 individuals were killed or injured in active shooter incidents at schools in 2022, marking one of the highest casualty rates recorded in recent years. This dual reality of reduced bullying alongside escalating gun violence highlights the complex challenges facing educators and policymakers today.
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