Every day is becoming a battle against apprehension as I send my daughter off to school. As a parent in Zanesville, OH, I carry an unnecessary burden of fear, questioning if she will return safely from school. This fear is shared by parents nationwide, but it doesn't have to be this way. 

School shootings, a dreadful ordeal students and parents should never experience, are unfortunately on the rise in the United States. A study by the Center for Homeland Defense & Security shows that in 2019 alone, there were 126 incidents of firearms on school property across the United States. This sad reality compels us to act and fortify our protective measures.

Introducing metal detectors in our schools in Zanesville, OH could serve as a significant deterrent to potential threats and help foster a safer environment for our children. Schools are for learning, not places of fear. Let's make this change - for the safety of our children, and for the peace of mind every parent deserves.

For the security of our children's lives, let's stand up together and require the incorporation of metal detectors across all schools in Zanesville. I implore each of you to sign this petition, push for change, and secure a safer future for our children.