Understanding School Lockdown Drills

What event led to the widespread implementation of lockdown drills in schools?

• The Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting

• The Columbine High School shooting

• The Parkland school shooting

• The Virginia Tech shooting

How many lockdown drills are required annually in New York schools?

• Three

• Four

• Two

• One

What did a study by Georgia Tech and Everytown reveal about the impact of lockdown drills?

• They increase depression and anxiety on social media

• They have no impact on student emotions

• They improve academic performance

• They decrease student anxiety

What is one proposed method to make lockdown drills less distressing?

• Conducting them more frequently

• Simulating real-life shooter events

• Involving parents in the drills

• Avoiding realistic simulations

Why do some people believe lockdown drills are necessary despite their potential distress?

• They are a tradition in schools

• They prepare students for potential emergencies

• They improve school attendance

• They are legally required