Live Shooter Drill Prepares Law Enforcement for School Year
MIDDLETON, Tenn- Teachers at a Hardeman County school were put to the test on what to do in case of an intruder. On Thursday, local law enforcement hosted the county’s first intruder training for teachers. Instead of waiting until something happens, local law enforcement said they want school officials to be prepared; and on the first day back to school, safety training was on the agenda. “I’m glad that our county decided to train our teachers, principals, and staff,” said Darlene Cardwell, Principal at Middleton High School. The two-hour session consisted of lectures and drills; and while there wasn’t a real intruder or no injured students, the drills served their purpose, showing teachers what to do if it’s ever for real. “They’re in control of the students so it’s important that they know what to do to steer them in the right direction,” said Middleton Police Chief, Lynn Webb. Classes for Hardeman County students start on Monday and after the intruder training, some said they feel a lot safer. “It’s scary,” said Starla Phelps, a 10th grade student at Middleton. “But if teachers know what to do it makes me feel better about going to school.” School officials said they hope nothing like this ever happens; but they would rather be safe than sorry.
