Milwaukee student urges council to reject armed officers in schools
October 23, 2024 | Milwaukee School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
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Galvan emphasized that MPS is prepared to accept SROs as soon as they are available, highlighting the district's commitment to student safety. Currently, MPS employs 286 safety staff and has established protocols to ensure a secure environment for students and staff. He clarified that the implementation of SROs is a result of a shared revenue agreement with the city, which MPS was not part of, leading to concerns about the unfunded nature of this mandate.
The meeting transitioned to public comments, where community members voiced their opinions on the SRO program. A notable speaker, Adenasia Chary, a junior at MPS, urged school board members to oppose any budget amendments that would allocate funds for armed officers in schools. She argued that diverting $2 million from educational resources to fund SROs would exacerbate existing financial challenges and contribute to the school-to-prison pipeline, ultimately harming students' futures.
The discussions highlighted the tension between legislative mandates and the financial realities faced by the school district, as well as the community's concerns regarding the presence of law enforcement in educational settings. The meeting concluded without any decisions made, as the issue remains under negotiation.
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