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national24 days ago•2 min saved

Instinct and God’s hand: Oklahoma principal recalls stopping school shooter

In a CBS Mornings exclusive, Oklahoma principal Kirk Moore says his tackle of a gunman at Pauls Valley High School was driven by instinct, not planning, and he credits faith as guiding the moment. Surveillance footage shows Moore restraining the suspect until a staffer helps disarm the weapon, preventing injuries as the gunman is arrested. Moore notes drills fade in moments like this and promises more of the interview will air.

via CBS News|

#gunman #heroism #national

local1 month ago•3 min saved

Oklahoma principal disarms armed ex-student, foiling school shooting

An Oklahoma high school principal, Kirk Moore, charged from his office to disarm a former student armed with two semi-automatic handguns, injuring himself but preventing a mass shooting; the suspect, Victor Lee Hawkins, a 2025 graduate, faces charges including shooting with intent to kill and is jailed on $1 million bail. Hawkins reportedly sought to imitate the Columbine attack. The district emphasizes safety planning; Moore is recovering and expected to return to work.

via The Guardian|

#former-student #local #oklahoma

us-news1 month ago•24 min saved

Oklahoma principal tackles Columbine-style gunman after being shot defending students

Video shows Pauls Valley High School principal Kirk Moore, 60, sprinting into the lobby to confront a gunman armed with two pistols. Moore was shot in the right leg but tackled the shooter, pinning him to a bench until a staffer helped disarm him. The assailant, Victor Hawkins, admitted he wanted to replicate Columbine; he’s been charged with shooting with intent to kill and other firearm offenses. Moore is recovering in hospital, and officials praised the quick actions of Moore and staff for likely saving lives.

via New York Post|

#columbine #gun-violence #oklahoma

education7 months ago•1 min saved

Students organize heartfelt surprise wedding for beloved principal in New York

Students and staff at a Buffalo school organized a surprise wedding for their beloved principal, Brianna Lanoye, just before her real wedding, with over 400 attendees, a makeshift dress, and a student officiant, expressing their love and appreciation for her dedication.

via CBS News|

#buffalo #ceremony #education

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

"Married principal pleads guilty to hiring hitman to kill pregnant teacher"

Married St. Louis middle school principal Cornelius M. Green pleaded guilty to orchestrating the murder of his pregnant girlfriend and her unborn baby in a 2016 murder-for-hire plot. Green, who was involved in multiple romantic relationships despite being married, hired a friend to carry out the killing, using stolen money from the school he oversaw. He then traveled to Chicago to establish an alibi for the murder. His sentencing is set for June 5, while his accomplice, Phillip J. Cutler, is also facing federal charges.

via NBC News|

#conspiracy #crime #guilty-plea

education2 years ago•1 min saved

"Principal Fired for Coffee Theft"

A junior high principal in Japan was fired after repeatedly pouring himself larger coffees than he paid for at a convenience store, getting caught by a clerk in December. The 59-year-old principal admitted to pouring himself extra coffee seven times throughout the year, paying for a $0.75 cup but dispensing a $1.25 coffee. He was dismissed from his job and apologized for not setting a good example for students. This incident follows a similar case in which a man in Kumamoto city was arrested for the same offense.

via Yahoo News|

#coffee #convenience-store #dismissal

education2 years ago•1 min saved

"Principal Fired for Coffee Theft"

A junior high school principal in Japan was fired after being caught pouring himself larger coffees than he paid for at a convenience store during his lunch breaks. The 59-year-old principal admitted to dispensing $1.25 coffees while paying for $0.75 cups, and was caught after doing so seven times throughout the year. He apologized for setting a poor example and encouraging indiscipline, and while local prosecutors decided not to press charges, the principal faced disciplinary dismissal from the Board of Education. This incident echoes a similar case in Kumamoto city in January 2021.

via Business Insider|

#convenience-store #discipline #dismissal

education2 years ago•6 min saved

"Montgomery County Public Schools Grapple with Misconduct Allegations and Leadership Controversies"

Former Montgomery County principal Joel Beidleman, accused of sexual harassment and bullying, is "no longer an employee" of the school system, amid a growing turmoil in the district. A new report documents the school system's failure to address problems in its unit investigating employee misconduct. Superintendent Monifa B. McKnight faces uncertainty as the school board indicates it wants her to step down. The district has faced criticism and investigations over its handling of misconduct allegations, with the departure of Beidleman being the latest in a series of personnel changes. The Montgomery County Council plans to conduct a joint oversight hearing to address the systemic issues.

via The Washington Post|

#education #harassment #investigation

tragedy2 years ago•1 min saved

Iowa High School Principal Dies from Injuries After Heroic Act During Shooting

Iowa high school principal Dan Marburger, who was shot while protecting students during a school shooting, has tragically passed away from his injuries. The shooting, which occurred on January 4, also claimed the life of an 11-year-old student. Governor Kim Reynolds and Education Secretary Miguel Cardona expressed their condolences and praised Marburger's heroic actions. Flags in Iowa have been ordered to be lowered to half-staff in his honor, and a GoFundMe page has been set up to support his family.

via ABC News|

#hero #iowa #principal

us2 years ago•2 min saved

Iowa High School Principal Dies After Shielding Students in Shooting

Iowa high school principal Dan Marburger, who was critically wounded while trying to protect students during a shooting at Perry High School, has died. The governor praised Marburger for his heroic actions, stating that he "courageously put himself in harm's way to protect his students." The shooter, a 17-year-old student, died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Flags at the State Capitol Building in Iowa will be lowered to half-staff in honor of Marburger.

via CBS News|

#iowa #perry-high-school #principal

tragedy2 years ago•3 min saved

"Heroic Iowa High School Principal Dies 10 Days After Shielding Students from Mass Shooting"

Iowa high school principal Dan Marburger, who shielded students during a mass shooting on 4 January, has died from the injuries he sustained. The shooter, a 17-year-old student, also died by suicide after opening fire in the school cafeteria, killing an 11-year-old student and injuring six others. Marburger's selfless actions were praised by the Department of Public Safety, and Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered flags in Iowa to be lowered to half-staff in his honor. The shooter, identified as Dylan Butler, had been reportedly bullied for years, and authorities found an improvised explosive device in addition to firearms.

via The Independent|

#iowa #mass-shooting #principal

tragedy2 years ago•3 min saved

"Heroic Iowa High School Principal Dies After Shielding Students During Shooting"

Perry High School Principal Dan Marburger, who was critically injured while protecting students during a school shooting in Iowa, has died. The 17-year-old student who opened fire also died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot. Marburger's selfless actions were praised by the state Department of Public Safety, and his death has prompted an outpouring of support. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds offered her condolences and ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff in his honor.

via Hindustan Times|

#condolences #hero #iowa

tragedy2 years ago•2 min saved

"Iowa High School Principal Dies After Heroic Act During School Shooting"

Perry High School Principal Dan Marburger, who was critically injured while protecting students during a school shooting, has died. The shooting, which occurred on Jan. 4, resulted in the death of an 11-year-old student and injuries to six others. Marburger's selfless actions were praised by authorities and the community, and his death has prompted an outpouring of support.

via POLITICO|

#hero #iowa #principal

tragedy2 years ago•2 min saved

"Heroic Iowa High School Principal Dies After Shielding Students During Shooting"

Dan Marburger, the principal of Perry High School in Iowa, died from injuries sustained while protecting students during a school shooting. He was hailed as a hero for his selfless actions. The shooting, carried out by a 17-year-old student who also killed himself, resulted in the death of a sixth grade student and injuries to four others. An investigation into the incident and the gunman's motives is ongoing.

via The Hill|

#gunman #hero #iowa

education2 years ago•1 min saved

Principal of Walker High School Takes Leave of Absence Following Scholarship Controversy

The principal of Walker High School in Louisiana has requested a leave of absence following public backlash over his decision to take away a student's school privileges for dancing at a private party. Principal Jason St. Pierre issued a public apology to the student and her family and will reinstate her scholarship endorsement.

via WAFB|

#apology #education #leave-of-absence