cockpitbob
NES Member
I'm hoping someone here can pour some facts on what my guts are telling me. My guts tell me that a rent-a-cop is very unlikely to place his life between the kids and a shooter. For the security guard, it's just a job. On the other hand, a teacher, a good one that cares, is much more emotionally invested in the kids. Does anyone here have real knowledge that can speak to if a security guard is likely to advance towards the sound of gunfire, or shelter in place with whoever is in his area and wait for backup to arrive (or immediately leave through the nearest window)?
ETA: I'm not saying a trained guard is a bad thing, especially when a large SWAT team rolls up. Having someone trained in how and what to communicate can save lives. But with our without a guard or two, I think having a few armed, and well trained, teachers scattered about the school is a very good idea. Training should be a prerequisite for the teachers.
ETA: I'm not saying a trained guard is a bad thing, especially when a large SWAT team rolls up. Having someone trained in how and what to communicate can save lives. But with our without a guard or two, I think having a few armed, and well trained, teachers scattered about the school is a very good idea. Training should be a prerequisite for the teachers.