We are well aware that daylight is also not safe to step out of our homes now. It always makes us feel sick that citizens are living in fear of any unfortunate accident happening to our loved ones. Every once in a while, news appears on the television of another adult or kid in broad daylight. But have you ever wondered if a kid will come back to his home as a dead body? No, right. This is what happened at Maryvale High School Stabbing , where a kid was murdered by another. Moreover, he lost his life after getting into a fight with his classmates, who stabbed him to death. This is a very unfortunate and heartbreaking incident, which has instilled new fear in parents. The Phoenix Union District Superintendent, Thea Andrade, has expressed the grief she felt after hearing this news.
What happened at Maryvale High School on Tuesday?
On Tuesday, a student was stabbed while two of them were fighting in the class. According to the police, the incident occurred around 11 am at Maryvale High School, which has affected the school’s peace. Moreover, the classmates of the high schoolers confirmed that this fight included scissors and the freshmen. It is quite obvious that in such an incident, both were injured enough to transfer to the hospital. This was where the heartbreaking news was delivered about the death of one student. However, the second student was not much injured to face such a consequence. The exact reason behind this fatal fight is not known, but it is said that the suspect is detained.
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The aftermath of the deadly incident at Maryvale High School
The State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tom Harde, commented on how well the school handled this situation. While he expressed remorse for the student, he confirmed that the on-campus security officer helped in rendering aid to the high schoolers. This whole time when they were transferred to the nearby hospital, they managed the school well. Moreover, all students were sent back to their homes due to the unfortunate incident at the school. Before sending the students back, the School was on lockdown, and everyone was instructed to stay in their classes.
Reaction of the staff and students to this incident
The Phoenix Police Chief, Matt Giordano, has expressed his emotions on the tragic and painful death of a student. Additionally, he has wished strength for the family who has lost their young child, while he was at School.
Moreover, most students weren’t even aware of this incident until they heard it outside. Parents also were fear-stricken when they got to know about a death in the School premises. Some students stated that they didn’t even know that the School was on a lockdown until a formal announcement. Until then, they were convinced that the School was practicing another drill for disaster management. After knowing the real reason behind it, they felt short of words for the death of a student. Moreover, the authorities have not disclosed the names of the two students who were involved in this incident.
A change in the School Schedule on Wednesday
That one victim of the deadly fight was a student, friend, and ward of his parents, who left the world too early. To help the staff and students in processing their emotions, there has been a modification in Wednesday’s timetable. Additionally, the Phoenix Mayor, Kate Gallego, has stepped into this matter to improve the security in Schools. Parents are reassured that more importance will be given to school security.
Schools have always emphasized a no-phone policy on their premises to avoid disturbance during classes. However, parents have different views on the matter after hearing the deadly case on Tuesday. They are convinced that students should have their phones so that they can contact someone in case of an emergency. Some are raising their voices on the lack of security and safety in the Schools, where their child is going every day. This concern is justifiable, as no parent wants their child returned in a coffin.
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Conclusion
The police are actively investigating this case, as the safety of students in Schools is not negotiable. Additionally, the authorities are doing everything they can to reinforce new rules and safety measures for students. School is a place of education, where students learn the fundamentals of life and new skills. If they are unsafe while working hard for the future, what is the use of educating them? Therefore, the police have also asked students and staff to step up if they know anything about this incident.
