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School Shootings in the USA: A Look at What Happened

Discover the stories of schools across America and the difficult events that have happened there.

Key Facts

Time Period Covered
From the year 2000 to the present day.
Types of Schools Included
K-12 schools (kindergarten through 12th grade), colleges, and universities.
Location
United States of America.
What is Listed
Incidents where a firearm was discharged at a school or on school property.

Where Did These Schools Grow?

Imagine schools spread all across the United States, like different neighborhoods in a big country! Some are in sunny places, some in snowy places, and some right in the middle of busy cities. Each school is a special place for kids to learn and play, just like your school. This list tells us about events that have happened in many different kinds of schools, from tiny towns to big cities.

When Did These Things Happen?

This list looks at events that have happened since the year 2000. That's not too long ago! Think about when you were born, or when your older brother or sister started kindergarten. The list covers events that happened after that time. It's like looking at a calendar and marking down important, but sad, days that happened at schools.

Who Was Involved?

The list talks about events that happened at schools, which are places for students and teachers. It includes things that happened in classrooms, on playgrounds, and even on school buses. It's important to remember that these events are very serious and sad. The list focuses on when someone with a weapon caused harm at a school.

What Kinds of Schools Are On This List?

This list is about all sorts of schools where kids go to learn! It includes schools for younger kids, like elementary school, and schools for older kids, like high school. It also includes colleges and universities, which are for grown-ups who want to keep learning after high school. Even school buses are mentioned if something sad happened on one.

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