A question for this group--

[digonswine]

72. You might-

We are a small school that has no moneys available to hire anyone for safety specifically. We train the teachers and students on the best ways to keep the largest number of us alive.

In this way, we are somewhat prepared-to the degree we can be.

The best response, as I see it and, if possible, is to GTFO with all students. The teacher is also, if possible, tasked with alerting the whole school of the fact of and location of the shooter. This would let others know to GTFO.

Naturally, one's course of action depends upon the physical location of the room, proximity to exits, etc.

Most, if not all, of my coworkers take this seriously and have mentally and physically prepared to take action. If armed, a teacher would be conflicted regarding this action. I think that the goals of keeping all safe and taking out the threat are mutually exclusive. That is, you can do one or the other but not both.