Opinion | A Teacher Considers Arming Herself in the Classroom

Jenny Nogues is a special-education trainer in Utah. Academics there want solely a concealed-carry allow to deliver a gun to high school. However for many who need extra coaching, Utah County Sheriff Mike Smith runs a six-week class, overlaying tactical trauma training, college shooter simulations and de-escalation coaching. Nogues enrolled within the class hoping it could assist her decide about whether or not to hold a gun in her classroom.

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