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New legislation would allow armed, trained school guardians to respond to emergencies in Utah schools

The guardians would train twice a year inside of the school, and the county sheriff would oversee their duties, Wilcox said. Guardians would undergo mental health evaluations and de-escalation training. Their training would also include firearms proficiency.

What will it take to attract, retain Utah educators? Is a $20,000 supplement the answer?

The biggest part of this bill will identify the top-performing teachers in the state who are leaders in their school, mentors to their colleagues, and who are in assignments where they do the greatest good for the kids that are in the most need, said the bills sponsor, Sen. Lincoln Fillmore, R-South Jordan.

In a polarized nation, can public schools work for all children?

Value-neutral education is a myth, critics say. The 2023 American Family Survey shows areas of broad agreement on what to teach kidsdbut also deep divides.