Story by Sammi Kluber
Students at Thunderridge High school underwent a massive lockdown drill on Friday, November 13. The lockdown was meant to be a simulation in case any event, like a shooting, were to occur. That way, the students and staff are prepared to act.
The drill occurred during sixth period, and required for students to sit in the dark among their peers for about 15 minutes.
However, with the excitement of having a simulated lockdown, the drill was a disappointment compared to the giant event it was made out to be. There were no shooters banging on the doors, demanding to be let in, and there were no cops busting down doors.
Douglas County Sheriff's Deputies raided the school to determine how quickly they could secure the perimeter. They would occasionally enter certain rooms to ensure security in case of an event occurring.
Other students seemed to have a similar experience. Lilly Rossi, a sophomore, emphasizes how uncomfortable the drill was.
“I was sitting in a corner the whole time, so my back was hurting,” she explains.
However, despite being uncomfortable, she believes that the drill was overall important in preparing students.
“I feel that it was necessary to practice this procedure,” says Rossi. “Shootings are more on the rise. I think it should be a little more realistic, so that way we are more prepared in light of an event.”
Students at Thunderridge High school underwent a massive lockdown drill on Friday, November 13. The lockdown was meant to be a simulation in case any event, like a shooting, were to occur. That way, the students and staff are prepared to act.
The drill occurred during sixth period, and required for students to sit in the dark among their peers for about 15 minutes.
However, with the excitement of having a simulated lockdown, the drill was a disappointment compared to the giant event it was made out to be. There were no shooters banging on the doors, demanding to be let in, and there were no cops busting down doors.
Douglas County Sheriff's Deputies raided the school to determine how quickly they could secure the perimeter. They would occasionally enter certain rooms to ensure security in case of an event occurring.
Other students seemed to have a similar experience. Lilly Rossi, a sophomore, emphasizes how uncomfortable the drill was.
“I was sitting in a corner the whole time, so my back was hurting,” she explains.
However, despite being uncomfortable, she believes that the drill was overall important in preparing students.
“I feel that it was necessary to practice this procedure,” says Rossi. “Shootings are more on the rise. I think it should be a little more realistic, so that way we are more prepared in light of an event.”