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Monica Martinez

Monica Martinez

  • Reimagining Students’ Future Through Holistic School Safety Action

    Senator Monica Martinez, the author, speaks with students


    As an educator and former school administrator responsible for the health, safety, and well-being of children, I can attest there is no greater fear than your students and faculty being in danger. 

    As school shootings and violent threats continue to spike across the nation, school districts are confronted with the unavoidable question of how to best reduce, prevent, and respond to emergency situations, particularly those involving active shooters. Having

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