Do you think schools should have their gates closed during the day and not allow students to leave? Why or why not?

 

Carlos Colón Burgos High School, locally known as “Los Rositas,” became the scene of several fights this afternoon, sparked by a bullying incident, according to Noticias Salinas (01/30/2026). Unfortunately, the school had no security protocol in place, which allowed the situation to escalate. Incidents like this highlight the urgent need for stricter safety measures in schools. I believe school gates should remain closed during study hours to protect students and staff, as society seems increasingly unpredictable. 

Effective protocols should involve trained law enforcement, as the police have the experience and formation to manage these conflicts safely.

In addition, the types of violence that emerge in schools are complex. Protest violence occurs when individuals or groups respond to perceived injustices or frustrations, often acting collectively and sometimes aggressively. 

Biopolitical violence, on the other hand, refers to the control or harm directed at people’s bodies by institutions or authorities, such as neglecting safety measures or failing to protect students adequately. 

Violence fueled by immediacy is reactive and spontaneous, arising in the moment without planning, often driven by anger, fear, or impulse, exactly like the fights that erupted at “Los Rositas.”.

Furthermore, understanding these distinctions is essential to prevent future incidents. Schools cannot simply rely on reactive measures; they require structured security, clear protocols, and collaboration with law enforcement. 

In conclusion, only by combining preventive strategies and immediate response plans can institutions reduce the risk of such violent outbreaks, ensuring a safer environment for students to learn and grow in a micro scenario of   human society.

ER