03/23/2026
As a gun owner and a parent, I support initiatives like the one recently passed to provide gun safety information to families. Promoting safe storage and awareness is important.
My only concern is how it’s being rolled out. The state requires this information to be shared once a year, and email meets that requirement. Because emails can sometimes be overlooked, the district has chosen to print and mail these notices four times a year, requiring them to be signed and returned. It was also acknowledged that this approach comes with a higher cost.
Recently, I worked on a project where teachers and administrative staff were asked what supplies they currently need. The answers were simple but telling—Kleenex, disinfectant wipes, notebooks, pencils, dry erase markers. Basic classroom needs are still not fully being met.
I think most people would agree the goal here is a good one. It’s also worth having a conversation about balancing new initiatives with being mindful of where resources are going.
FYI - Two seats are up for grabs in November.
District will send families hard copies of Michigan firearm safety laws
