It's true that most teachers would not avail themselves of the option I suggested, even if it were offered to them. And it's also likely that being armed would not have saved Mr. Henry, even if he had been inclined to use a weapon against a student. My understanding is that he was taken completely by surprise, and had no chance, whatsoever, to protect himself.Rodrockinoff wrote:I am a a retired music professor (and CHL) at the university where Todd Henry did his training years ago. He was a fine musician, an excellent student, and a very sensitive and caring person. Everyone liked him. He was, however, not one who would be interested in any handgun or defensive training (in my estimation). He was vulnerable, no doubt, because he had great respect for everyone and expected all that back. He got it for many years... until that day. I hope his family is dealing with this O.K. What a loss!
My reasons for suggesting that a few teachers be trained as deputies are more because of the many other incidents that have occurred in schools, many of which could have been minimized or prevented altogether by one armed person. Mr. Henry's demise only reminded me of the risks some teachers face, in some schools. My oldest daughter is a high school counselor and deals with those kids that the school system refers to as 'at risk' students, so this is always very much on my mind.