Would you send YOUR child?

**nell67** · 03-31-2010, 05:44 PM

The school system my son attends found a note in a boys restroom that with threats of a gun being brought to school on April 1st.

THe school system and local law enforcement are on high alert and the LEO's will be at the school throughout the day,until all persons have left the grounds after school,all afternoon events have been cancelled,and no one is allowed back into the building after school is out for the day.

Would you send YOUR child?? I am sending mine,betting that this is an April fools joke gone father than probably intended,a sick joke that is not funny,but betting that with all the LEO's on hand,it's probably the safest place to be.

http://www.whas11.com/news/local/Thr...-89548752.html

It only took them 2 WEEKS to notify parents of the threat.

**Camp10** · 03-31-2010, 05:53 PM

That is pretty scary Nell. I might leave mine home for the day if it was their school. We brought guns to school but it was to go hunting when school was out. Heck, the guy who sharpened my knives back in school (and really the guy who taught me to do it for myself) was a science teacher and he had us sneak them into class for him to do it. It really bothers me when people threaten with guns...it gives to much ammo for the anti's I hope it is a April fools joke and I hope the person responsible understands what a a$$hat he is!

**Ken** · 03-31-2010, 05:55 PM

I'd bet it's only a prank, except I don't gamble. Even with full blown screening at the entrances, something could happen just outside the door. There may already be a gun hidden inside the building. How fast can the police respond to gunshots? Not fast enough, IMO.

Think about it. There was a warning. It's your son's life and safety. How would you feel if even the least likely nightmare were to happen?

**nell67** · 03-31-2010, 06:07 PM

I'd hate it Ken,but after talking it over with him,he doesn't want to stay home and let whomever wrote it know that he is afraid,(something wrong with that,because he hates school,he is 18,and I really gave him the choice).

Another student was suspended 2 weeks ago for threatening my sons life already,and he won't allow them the pleasure of even thinking he is afraid.

Am I scared,you bet,I would prefer he stay here.

**crashdive123** · 03-31-2010, 06:12 PM

I agree that it's probably a prank, but I would not send him that day. I know there will be screening in place, but weapons could have been brought in days or weeks in advance.

**Camp10** · 03-31-2010, 06:15 PM

If he understands the risks and still wants to go than I guess he must think it is a prank also.

**BENESSE** · 03-31-2010, 06:32 PM

Originally Posted by nell67

I'd hate it Ken,but after talking it over with him,he doesn't want to stay home and let whomever wrote it know that he is afraid,(something wrong with that,because he hates school,he is 18,and I really gave him the choice).

Another student was suspended 2 weeks ago for threatening my sons life already,and he won't allow them the pleasure of even thinking he is afraid.

Am I scared,you bet,I would prefer he stay here.

I was going to suggest you keep him at home but in light of this post--the fact that he is 18 and feels the way he does--I'd say make it his call.

**FVR** · 03-31-2010, 07:25 PM

Ah, kids...today we are skipping school and going to Chucky Cheese...My Treat.

**Pal334** · 03-31-2010, 07:26 PM

I agree , My first reaction is keep him home. But at age 18 he has to start making his own decisions. You are apparently satisfied that he is aware of the details and circumstances. Not an easy decision, but it is part of parenting to teach your children and then trust what you have taught. Never easy

**Rick** · 03-31-2010, 07:27 PM

An 18 year old WANTS to go to school? Holy cow. I say let him. How you gonna keep him away?

**nell67** · 03-31-2010, 07:33 PM

Originally Posted by Rick

An 18 year old WANTS to go to school? Holy cow. I say let him. How you gonna keep him away?

Yea,18 and nearly twice my height and weight,wellllllll weight anyway,I'd feel safer if he were to stay home,especially since I work 12-9 tomorrow,and it will be a 45 minute drive (by the speed limit anyway) to get there should TSHTF.

Hardheaded kid.

**Ken** · 03-31-2010, 07:58 PM

Suggestion.

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**nell67** · 03-31-2010, 08:03 PM

Originally Posted by Ken

Suggestion.

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LOL,Ken,a short 30 minute drive down I-65 and I can pick one of those up for a song,but I'm not so sure it would work on my hard headed son...

Monday was Senior Skip day,and he was mad at me for making him go,now I'm trying to talk him in to staying home,might as well be beating my head against the wall.

**your_comforting_company** · 03-31-2010, 08:05 PM

prank or not, there isn't a cold chance in hell I'd send my kid. I'm no gambler either, but the possibility of getting a weapon onto school grounds, and into the building is all too familiar. anybody remember colombine?
nope. I'd insist he stay home. It don't matter what anybody else thinks. There is a canyon between being scared and being safe.

**Ken** · 03-31-2010, 08:06 PM

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**Camp10** · 03-31-2010, 08:11 PM

Just tell him your going too and will spend the day making sure he is safe...no 18 year old boy wants to be shadowed by his mom! It might work.

**nell67** · 03-31-2010, 08:12 PM

Originally Posted by Ken

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AHHHH,DUCT TAPE,how could I forget!

**BENESSE** · 03-31-2010, 08:13 PM

Kids his age fight in wars.
Let him make his own decision and say a prayer.

**crashdive123** · 03-31-2010, 08:16 PM

Originally Posted by BENESSE

Kids his age fight in wars.
Let him make his own decision and say a prayer.

When I made my first post, I didn't see his age. I would have to agree with B here. It sounds like he has all the facts and knows that you're concerned.

**Trabitha** · 03-31-2010, 09:27 PM

I'm rather pissed that this site signs me out if I don't type a short enough reply...and I just lost a big one. Grrrrr!

Long story short, Nell...Maybe I'm not the one to give advice on this, but I will.

I think most of us take this type of thing too lightly. I would NOT send my child back to that school until it was safe enough NOT to have guards. I'm so irritated with the way the PA school system runs, I've officially enrolled my son in PA Charter School which is a cyber school paid for with tax dollars. He will be taking his classes here with me, on line, and participating in the school districts extracurricular activities. (sports)

This type of thing is not like when we are kids. Things like picking, threats, and bullying are different now, and I think we've all seen proof of that. We have to stop brushing it under the rug, implying some 'right of passage'. It's not LIKE it was when I was a kid...it's worse. Much worse. I, for one, will not allow that drama to hurt my child's education, so he will be here.

Just my 2 cents.

How do I keep this darn site from logging me out? I'm not always able to type out my reply quickly...

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