How some Oregon Schools are handling gun violence

Think Out Loud

How some Oregon Schools are handling gun violence

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Published on May 3, 2024, 12:27:12 PM
Total time: 00:19:54

Episode Description

Nearly a quarter of K-12 teachers in the U.S. reported going into a gun-related lockdown last year, according to new data from the Pew Research Center. Researchers also found that most teachers experience some degree of worry about the possibility of a school shooter. How does gun violence look like right now in Oregon schools, and what are districts doing to address threats and concerns? Andrea Castañeda is the superintendent for the Salem-Keizer School District. Mark Mulvihil is the superintendent for the InterMountain Service District, which serves Baker, Union, Morrow and Umatilla counties. They join us to answer these questions and more.

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