Each day we witness various factions in our society establishing
a stronger platform from which to launch their voices. It seems
what used to be taboo or met with disapproval has now become
acceptable speech deserving of a place to exist. We have seen
groups of people mobilizing on issues in lightning-quick fashion,
with focused intent, and an expectation that confrontation will
occur.
Young people are looking at adults' reactions to the endless
onslaught of current societal friction and modeling these behaviors
on school campuses with greater frequency. Whether on the football
field or in the classroom, these modern protests carry greater risk
to the physical safety and emotional and spiritual well-being of
those on our campuses. With this reality in mind, we strongly
recommend that school administrators consider acting proactively to
prepare their campuses for the day when a modern-day protest lands
on your doorstep.
