Posted by Tiffany on February 03, 19100 at 11:56:46:
In Reply to: Another Point of veiw posted by Andrea Johnson on November 02, 1999 at 13:01:09:
: I can see everyone's point about how metal detectors are not the answer.
: But, at the same time, it isn't okay just to ignore the problem of school
: violence. Yes, we, as students have rights to our privacy, but safety should
: come first, at whatever expense necessary. These problems are NOT just going
: to go away, if continue to ignore them and fail to take proper measures, it is
: only going to get worse. I do agree that children need positive parental influence
: and that support groups are needed. However, I think that metal detectors could be an
: option to accompany these changes. Just a few thoughts.