"Consequently, Principals discussed making this week an informal "Week of Remembrance", where teachers would be encouraged to incorporate the issues related to the Parkland shooting into their curriculum and regular lesson plans. As an alternative to the "Never Again" walkout, it was recommended that we use our monthly lock-down drill as a vehicle to allow students to discuss, debate, and share their thoughts. Instead of ten minutes, the normal amount of time allotted for the drill, it was recommended we conduct the drill at 10am and extend the time to a full seventeen minutes, coinciding with the time and duration of the national walkout. For numerous safety and other reasons, and believing this to be the best option, I approved the groups suggestions. Principals were instructed to return to their schools, inform the staff of the plan, and make all necessary preparations.