Hello to all,
I very rarely post here, but read and gain knowledge often.
I have tried to sort out some information on bulletproof vest, but have been somewhat overwhelmed with information.
Here is my situation:
I am a vice principal of a middle school that houses about 1000 students. Last year we received a student that was forced out of another district. Of all the students I have encountered in the past 20 years, this students is the most violent and fits the profile for a school shooter. In the past year he has brought spent cases (9MM, 5.56, 7.62, and .45), has access to weapons and posted pictures of himself with them, sprayed students with pepper spray, brought knives to school, and posted a video of himself freezing his pet hamster to death. In working with local LE officers, they have rated him a very high threat for a school shooting. We search him regularly and diligently watch him, but the reality is that if he came with a gun, we couldn't do much. Permanently removing him is not an option because of legalities. Changing jobs is also out. I will not abandon my staff and students.
Not wanting to get shot and feeling an obligation to protect my students and staff, I have begun to think about stashing a bullet proof vest at school. I am looking for a vest that will fit in a large drawer, is quick to put on, and can stop rifle rounds. Am I chasing a unicorn? Most vests without plates will not work against rifles and the ones with plates are very bulky and would not be able to be stored inside my office. I have fortified my office to the best of my ability, but really would like to go home to my family at the end of the day.
Any suggestions would be highly appreciated and valued.
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