The Newtown School Shootings
On Dec. 14, 2012, a gunman who shot his way into Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., killed 20 children and six of their teachers and school leaders. It was the deadliest K-12 school shooting in U.S. history. Since , the tragedy has had a far-reaching effect on schools. In ongoing coverage, °ÄÃÅÅܹ·ÂÛ̳ captured the felt in Newtown and nationwide and reported on the . Read our complete coverage:
School Climate & Safety
A Year Later, Newtown Tragedy Yields Little Policy Change
While districts have beefed up safety measures and added armed security, only a small fraction of the laws proposed in the immediate aftermath of the school shootings have been enacted.
Federal
Sandy Hook: Words and Actions
The months following the massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School were filled with emotional responses from victims' family members and influential educational and political leaders. See a sampling of what they've had to say.
School Climate & Safety
Opinion
A Sandy Hook Parent's Letter to Teachers
After her daughter Ana Grace was killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School in 2012, Nelba Marquez-Greene wrote about the courage of teachers.
Education
School Safety Legislation Since Newtown
An °ÄÃÅÅܹ·ÂÛ̳ analysis of nearly 400 bills finds state lawmakers have proposed a host of measures, including arming teachers, adding police officers, and improving school buildings.
School Climate & Safety
School Security, Mental-Health Measures Advance
Proposals prompted by the killings in Newtown, Conn., gain some ground in the Senate.
School Climate & Safety
Opinion
A 'Memo' to Staff on Arming All Teachers
In a fictitious school policy memo, Thomas P. Johnson tackles the logistics of arming teachers.
School Climate & Safety
Civil Rights Groups: School Safety Not Dependent on Guns
A coalition of organizations unveiled its plan to head off school violence through positive behavioral approaches and better training and support for students and staff.
School Climate & Safety
Influx of School Police Raises Worries
Critics say an increase in police presence will funnel students into the juvenile-justice system for matters administrators should handle in-house.
School Climate & Safety
House Panel Grapples With School Safety Issues
Resource officers, counselors, and teacher training can help head off tragedies like Sandy Hook shootings, witnesses told a congressional panel.
School Climate & Safety
Armed Educators a Reality in Some Schools, Debated in Others
As the once-unthinkable idea of arming teachers gains traction, some districts offer insights on when employees bring weapons to school.
School Climate & Safety
Districts Get Bold on School Security
As President Obama unveils an anti-violence plan, districts are taking dramatic steps—and even arming staff—to boost safety.
School Climate & Safety
Chicago Years Inform Ed. Secretary's Views on Gun Violence
Arne Duncan is among those tasked by the White House to craft proposals in the wake of the Newtown, Conn., shootings.
School Climate & Safety
Conn. Shooter's Link to Autism Worries Advocates
Asperger's syndrome didn't cause Adam Lanza's violent attack, say groups representing people with disabilities.
School Climate & Safety
At Sandy Hook School, Tragic Day Unfolds
On Dec. 14, the news out of a Newtown, Conn., elementary school grew grimmer by the second.