[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 153 (Wednesday, November 7, 2001)]
[Senate]
[Page S11547]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


         EMPOWERING STUDENTS TO PREVENT GUN VIOLENCE IN SCHOOLS

  Mr. LEVIN. Madam President, over the past several years, there have 
been a number of incidents of gun violence in our schools. Tragedies 
such as the shootings at Columbine High School in Littleton, CO, have 
amplified concerns among students across the Nation that gun violence 
could happen in their schools.
  Many organizations have initiated efforts to help students cope with 
their fear. The National Crime Prevention Council, NCPC, for example, 
has developed a list of ``12 Things Students Can Do'' to stop school 
violence. Some of the suggestions include, reporting any crime 
immediately to school authorities or police and reporting suspicious or 
worrisome behavior or talk by other students to a teacher or counselor. 
There are also recommendations for students to manage their anger 
effectively and to refuse to bring a weapon to school, refuse to carry 
a weapon for another, and refuse to keep silent about those who carry 
weapons. The complete list can be found on the NCPC website at http://
www.ncpc.org/2schvio2.htm. Every student should read this list and 
consider involvement in the safety and security of his or her own 
school.

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