Talking with Students About Gun Violence

Our students live in a country plagued by gun violence. They hear the stories – sometimes even unfolding in real time on social media – of gun violence in schools, on college campuses, in neighborhoods, in homes. And they have practiced active shooter and lockdown drills all of their lives. According to the CDC, gun violence is the leading cause of death for children and teens in America. This is shameful and something we cannot ignore as educators. The fear and impact of gun violence have substantial effects on our students, their learning, and their educators. In this session, we’ll explore ways we can talk to our students about gun violence by validating their worries and experiences and offering support. Join this interactive session to build some strategies based on shared experiences in the struggles of grappling with gun violence in America.

This free, for-credit webinar is just one of many running as part of Share My Lesson's Summer of Learning series. Register now to watch them live or later on demand.

Professional Credit

Available for one-hour of PD credit. A certificate of completion will be available for download at the end of your session that you can submit for your school's or district's approval.

Share My Lesson is a New York State Education Department-approved provider for Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) requirements, an Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) approved professional development provider, and a Texas Education Agency (TEA) approved professional development provider.

Event Venue

Online