This incident came just one day after another alarming situation at Waukesha South High School, where a 17-year-old student brought both a firearm and a pellet gun to school. When confronted by the resource officer, the student refused to surrender the weapons and pointed them at the officer, who then shot the student, who is now reported to be in stable condition.
Community Response and Lockdown Measures
In the aftermath of the Oshkosh incident, the school was placed on lockdown, and all classes in the Oshkosh Area School District were canceled for the following day. A senior at the school, Jamie Johnson, recounted the chaos: “I heard shouting and then a loud noise, but I couldn’t tell what it was. We all moved to the back of the classroom, shut the doors, turned off the lights, and waited quietly for instructions.”
Calls for Enhanced Safety Measures
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul expressed his commitment to collaborating with school districts to enhance measures against such violent outbreaks, emphasizing the need for increased mental health resources. He has previously backed legislative proposals aimed at instituting universal background checks and empowering judges to remove firearms from individuals deemed a risk. However, these proposals faced opposition and were blocked by a Republican-controlled legislature. “Ignoring this issue won’t lead to its resolution,” Kaul remarked last month.
Parental Concerns
The fear and anxiety surrounding school safety were echoed by a parent of one of the students involved, who shared a sentiment that many parents across the country can relate to: “It terrifies me. I dread dropping my kids off at school every day.”
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Conclusion
In summary, Wisconsin faced severe incidents of school violence within a span of two days, raising concerns about safety and mental health resources in schools. The community remains on edge as authorities work on preventive measures for the future.