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Guns in Schools: Districts Consider Arming Staff, but Insurers Have Cold Feet

Associations Now

Some school districts are trying to allow educators and other employees to carry guns on campus, and many insurance carriers have threatened to raise premiums or cancel coverage entirely. Education associations find themselves stuck in the middle.

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As Newtown Anniversary Nears, Associations Help Schools Tackle Security

Associations Now

A dramatic, deadly shooting at Newtown, Connecticut’s Sandy Hook Elementary School killed 20 children and six adult staff members. Department of Education , was released in June. A number of associations have played key roles in training and advocating for stronger security. There’s a darn good template out there now.”