Minneapolis' Schools Ended Their Police Contract. Will Others Follow?

The video discusses the role of police in schools, highlighting the impact on students, especially those of color. It covers the history of school resource officers (SROs), concerns about the school-to-prison pipeline, and the need for mental health resources. Students share their experiences, and experts discuss the benefits and drawbacks of SRO programs. The video also presents statistics on school violence and the importance of community-based policing.

What is one of the main reasons some cities want to remove police from schools?

• To redirect funds to mental health resources

• To increase the number of armed officers

• To increase the number of school resource officers

• To reduce the number of teachers

What historical event led to an increase in the number of school resource officers?

• The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic

• The 2008 financial crisis

• The 2016 presidential election

• The 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting

What concern do criminologists have about the presence of school resource officers?

• They reduce the number of students

• They escalate minor disciplinary issues into the juvenile justice system

• They improve student academic performance

• They increase the number of teachers

What is the main argument against completely removing school resource officers?

• They are responsible for school maintenance

• They provide a sense of security for parents and staff

• They are essential for teaching math

• They prevent all school shootings

According to the statistics, what percentage of youth homicides occur in schools?

• Exactly 10%

• More than 75%

• About 50%

• Less than 2%