[Richard]

In all seriousness...let's suppose, purely for the sake of discussion, that the law is enacted and CCW holders can carry firearms on school campuses.

Have you any thoughts on what additional training (at a practical level) might somewhat reduce your concerns?

One district in North Texas does allow that. Harrold's lone campus, a 30-minute drive from the nearest Sheriff's Office and next to a highway, was worried about leaving students and teachers without adequate protection so the trustees approved a CCW policy change for district employees last year.

To carry a pistol, they must have a Texas license to carry a concealed handgun; must be authorized to carry by the district; must receive training in crisis management and hostile situations; and must use approved ammunition designed to minimize the risk of ricocheting bullets.

Officials researched the policy and considered other options for about a year before approving the policy change, and they also have other measures in place to prevent a school shooting.

Texas law outlaws firearms at schools unless specific institutions allow them.

The district does not disclose how many of the 50 or so teachers and staff members are armed to keep it from students or potential attackers.

Common sense lives in Texas. What a concept.

Richard's $.02