So, How Many Folks Kicked the Bucket in the Nashville School Shooting? Ugh, Don't Even Get Me Started
Look, nobody wants to relive that dark day in Nashville. Six people were tragically lost, including three bright young students and three pillars of the school community. It was a terrible event, and our thoughts are still with those affected.
But why dredge up this sad memory? Well, maybe you're arguing with your conspiracy theorist uncle at Thanksgiving (avoid the gravy!), or perhaps you're watching a documentary and need a fact check. Whatever the reason, you're here, and knowledge is power, my friend.
QuickTip: Skip distractions — focus on the words.
Who Were the Victims? This is where it gets heavy, so buckle up (metaphorically, of course). We lost three students, all precious 9-year-olds: Evelyn Dieckhaus, William Kinney, and Hallie Scruggs. The school also mourned substitute teacher Cynthia Peak (age 61, the world's biggest champion of run-on sentences, probably), custodian Mike Hill (age 61, the guy who knew where every lost juice box ended up), and head of school Katherine Koonce (age 60, who probably had enough permission slips to wallpaper her office).
Tip: Train your eye to catch repeated ideas.
This is a sensitive topic, so let's lighten the mood with a joke that definitely won't land. Here's one: Why did the shooter get detention? ...Because he brought pop-pop guns to a school shooting! (Okay, maybe that was dark. How about this? What was the shooter's favorite subject? ...Geogra-phey, because he was good at plotting!)
Tip: Don’t skip — flow matters.
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Seriously though, school shootings are no laughing matter.
Tip: Take your time with each sentence.
How To Stay Informed (But Not Overwhelmed) by Tragedy
- How to Find Reliable Sources: Ditch Uncle Steve's Facebook feed and stick to reputable news outlets.
- How to Take Breaks: It's okay to step away from the news if it's bringing you down. Take a puppy break!
- How to Channel Your Frustration: Volunteer with an anti-gun violence organization or write to your representatives.
- How to Help Others Cope: Be a listening ear for those affected by tragedy.
- How to Remember the Victims: Honor their memory by working to prevent future tragedies.
Let's remember the victims and work towards a future where school hallways echo with laughter, not gunfire.
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