"I'm sick and tired of saying you're in our thoughts and prayers, give us legislation," Carranza said.
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Because of the variation in schools, the district has an overall policy with each individual school making specific plans based on their needs. Lamar High School has a special mental health screening program listed as part of its safety and security procedures.
"This is a good opportunity for all of us to revisit our emergency plans. We do have an overall district plan. I think what we do have also is a portfolio of schools which are over 60 years old so the ingress and egress in schools is something I've asked for a report on as well," said Carranza.
Carranza says he believes the best defense is a well-informed student body, where students aren't afraid to tell teachers and staff if they see or overhear something suspicious.
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As for arming teachers, Carranza says that is a plan he would never support.
"As a parent, as a teacher, as a high school superintendent, that is the most ridiculous idea I have heard in my life. You want to put more guns in schools, no thank you," said Carranza.
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