Alabama Schools Facing Chronic Safety Issues, Fire Marshal Says

Published on November 29, 2023

A recent meeting of Alabama’s School Safety Advisory Commission revealed an alarming neglect of basic security and safety systems within the state’s public school system. During the meeting held Tuesday, November 28, concerns were raised about the state of safety and security systems in all of Alabama’s public schools. The advisory board convened to address these issues and identify gaps in school safety, with the aim of shaping legislation in the upcoming 2024 legislative session. The commission, initially established in 2016 but dormant for years, according to Alabama Daily News, was revived earlier this year by House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter. Previous meetings of the commission have primarily focused on addressing trauma among students and school faculty....

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