Bedford's school security plan was tested last month when a hit list was discovered on a bathroom wall at the Fox Lane High School. The school stayed open, amid heavy security. Bulletins reminded students Friday what to do if there's a code red, or a less serious code yellow. I didn't want that to ever happen in my school. The district is focusing on prevention, including psychological counseling, to foster a sense of community, responsibility and security.
Some kids blow it off and some effect an air of bravado.
Last month, threats forced students in Greenburgh and Harrison to stay home, and in New Rochelle the high school closed. Students there say teenagers have a negative self image, and they blame the media. One of those things is their broadcast. To let them know how we feel, what's going on in the school system. A New York State law, enacted last year, is forcing many school districts to confront and deal with school violence.