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June 9, 2022

Title: Processing Tragic News in a Healthy Way
Topic: School Violence

Discussed by Dr. Joannie DeBrito
with Alive to Thrive (Learn.AliveToThrive.com)

Disclaimer: Use caution when listening to this segment around young children. Issues discussed may be upsetting or hard for little ones to understand.

Dr. Joannie DeBrito, was a first responder at the Columbine HS shooting and has responded to multiple mass casualty events since then. Today she offers hope and encouragement for ALL ages as we walk through and process tragic news in a healthy way.

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Questions/Issues Discussed:

Is it impossible for us to be shielded from all bad news reports? Dr. DeBrito believes that it is important to know what is happening in the world, but we must also set limits so we don’t become overwhelmed.

God made human beings to be emotional and show emotion. How can we begin to process tragic news and the evil we are exposed to on a daily basis?

Is there more evil in the world now than ever before? Dr. DeBrito doesn’t believe that there is more evil; we are just exposed to more because of technology and social media.

What is the purpose and mission of Alive to Thrive? Dr. DeBrito discusses some of the FREE Six Learning Modules  from Alive to Thrive.

How can parents start the conversation with their children? Is it just as important to talk as it is to listen?

Does God see our tragedies? Does He dry our tears?

If you or someone you know is depressed or having suicidal thoughts, please do not hesitate to call Alive to Thrive at 1-855-771-4357 (7AM-9PM CT MON-FRI).

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number is 1-800-273-TALK(8255). You can also text TALK to 741741.

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June 4, 2018

Title: Dispelling False Narratives about School Shootings
Topic: School Violence

Discussed by Amy Swearer
with The Heritage Foundation (www.Heritage.org)

The Santa Fe shooting has perpetuated gun control and school safety narratives that are sliding further from the truth than ever before. It is important that these false narratives be corrected.

Amy Swearer, with The Heritage Foundation, will be discussing a few of those false narratives today. Click here  to read her editorial on this issue.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

First false narrative: Armed guards are ineffective at preventing school shootings
Would more armed security officers help deter school shootings?

Second false narrative: The nation’s students are in more danger than the nation’s soldiers.
Did the Washington Post propagate this myth? What is the truth?

What should the government, schools, parents, and students do during the summer to prepare for the 2018-2019 school year?

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June 1, 2018

Title: Steps to Better School Security
Topic: School Violence

Discussed by Dr. Tom Oliverson
with Dr. Tom Oliverson (www.TomOliverson.com)

Part 1 of 3

Dr. Tom Oliverson is the State Representative for District 130 in Texas. Today, he will be discussing recent comments and proposals made by Governor Greg Abbott concerning school violence.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Should there be stronger regulations on gun storage?

Is it possible to hold parents partially accountable when their child uses a weapon to harm others in a school setting?

Are people afraid to speak up when they suspect someone will do harm to others?

Is mental illness a real disease?

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Title: Part 2 of 3 - Steps to Better School Security
Topic: School Violence

Discussed by Dr. Tom Oliverson
with Dr. Tom Oliverson (www.TomOliverson.com)

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How can we spread the news about this very serious issue? HINT: Share these segments on social media!

What has Lt. Governor Dan Patrick’s said concerning this issue?

Should America follow Israel’s lead on protecting their students and school staff from school violence?

Are video games too violent?

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Title: Part 3 of 3 - Steps to Better School Security
Topic: School Violence

Discussed by Dr. Tom Oliverson
with Dr. Tom Oliverson (www.TomOliverson.com)

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why is it important for parents to have “real conversations” with their kids – especially teens? Dr. Oliverson calls it being “omnipresent”.

Do too many parents rely too heavily on the school to teach their children how to be successful?

Is it wrong or right to blame the gun?

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May 31, 2018

Title: Steps to Better School Security
Topic: School Violence

Discussed by Steve Bucci
with The Heritage Foundation (www.Heritage.org)

Part 1 of 3

How do we materially enhance school security by deterring shooters, defending students, and equipping faculty and administrators?

Today, Steve Bucci will discuss four steps our nation should take to stop school violence. Bucci served America for three decades as an Army Special Forces Officer and top Pentagon Official. He is now a visiting Fellow at The Heritage Foundation.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Would a nationwide gun-ban solve the problem? Short answer: NO!

Should the government supply all school employees with guns? Short answer: NO!

Why is it so important for parents, students, and teachers to speak up when they suspect something is amiss? The first step Steve Bucci recommends for better school security is: pre-emptive response (aka see something, say something).

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Title: Part 2 of 3 - Steps to Better School Security
Topic: School Violence

Discussed by Steve Bucci
with The Heritage Foundation (www.Heritage.org)

Questions/Issues Discussed:

The second step Steve Bucci recommends for better school security is: controlling access to school facilities. Many people have been suggesting this over the past few weeks. Listen as Steve explains how too many schools do not enforce this rule, and, therefore, leave students and staff susceptible to danger.

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Title: Part 3 of 3 - Steps to Better School Security
Topic: School Violence

Discussed by Steve Bucci
with The Heritage Foundation (www.Heritage.org)

Questions/Issues Discussed:

The third step Steve Bucci recommends for better school security is: securing classrooms. This is another topic that many people are discussing, but many disagree on how to go about this. What does Steve Bucci suggest?

Did you know that school districts across the country have access to bulletproof partitions? What’s UP with those?

Is calling 911 enough? The fourth step Steve Bucci recommends for better school security is: responding on-site to incidents. Are armed security officers and/or trained staff members the answer?

How did Israel respond to mass killings in their schools?

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April 4, 2018

Title: Are School Shootings Really That Bad?
Topic: School Violence

Discussed by Amy Swearer
with The Heritage Foundation (www.Heritage.org)

Part 1 of 2

It’s time to get serious about student deaths. During the 2013-2014 school year, the National Center for Education Statistics concluded that there was approximately one student homicide or suicide at school for every 2.8 million enrolled students.

Meanwhile, an average of 50 children ages 7 to 18 are killed by their parents every year. Sadly, this means school-age children are roughly five times more likely to be killed by their own parent than they are to suffer a violent death while at school.

New guest, Amy Swearer, is a visiting legal fellow at the Meese Center for Legal and Judicial Studies at The Heritage Foundation.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Do our children and grandchildren deserve to be safe at school?

How likely is it that a child will be killed by a firearm at school?

FACT CHECK: Everytown for Gun Safety makes the dramatic claim that 18 school shootings occurred during the first six weeks of 2018. Is this an accurate statement?

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Title: Part 2 of 2 - Are School Shootings Really That Bad?
Topic: School Violence

Discussed by Amy Swearer
with The Heritage Foundation (www.Heritage.org)

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How many students die each year traveling to and from school?

Are journalists for the news media, politicians, parent activists, and even students demanding action to reduce the number of student deaths which occur traveling to and from school?

When discussing school safety, should the topic also include statistics on traffic deaths on the way to and from school?

Amy’s op-ed on this issue can be found here.

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November 2, 2006

Title: SCHOOL VIOLENCE IS OUT OF CONTROL
Topic: School Violence

Discussed by Hiram Sasser
with Liberty Institute www.LibertyInstitute.org

Visit your child's school. Sit in the hallway between classes. Slip into a stall in the bathroom. What do you think you will see? What do you think you will hear? Keep a journal of what you see and hear then email Terry Lowry at terry@terrylowry.com

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