WATERLOO, Iowa (KWWL) - As students across Iowa return to the classroom this week, school safety remains top of mind for parents, teachers, and administrators.

While school shootings often dominate headlines nationwide, law enforcement officials emphasize that such incidents remain rare, and say steps are being taken locally to keep schools as safe as possible.

Every district in Black Hawk County school district now has school resource officers on duty. These officers are trained to respond to emergencies, providing both security and peace of mind for families and staff. Officials say their presence not only enhances safety but also strengthens the sense of community trust inside schools.

In addition to in-person security, leaders are encouraging the use of the Safe and Sound app, a fre

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