Recent events at Warren Area Elementary Center have parents raising eyebrows—and rightly so! On March 2nd, school officials discovered that a minor brought a weapon onto campus, leading to immediate action from administrators. Thankfully, Superintendent Gary Weber quickly reassured everyone that there was no present threat to students or staff.

Under new state policies, which require schools to notify all parents of any weapon found—even if it was an accident—this incident triggered alerts throughout the community. Weber emphasized the school's commitment to safety by stating that they would never overlook even the slightest potential danger. The district has even appointed Brandon Deppen, a former law enforcement officer, as the new Safety Coordinator to keep a watchful eye over campus security.

In an era where school safety is a top concern for many parents, it's good to know schools are taking steps to keep kids safe. Sometimes, a small incident can lead to big conversations about how to improve safety protocols. After all, a wise person once said: “Better safe than sorry!”