There’s a clear distinction between shoplifting or pickpocketing from adults in a tourist area and the alarming behavior of routinely stealing money and belongings from teenagers in the locker room. This situation has made me feel unsafe at school and has eroded my trust in those around me.
Questions About Track and Field Hey everyone! I’m a freshman and have been playing soccer since I was four. While I wasn’t a superstar, I did okay. After the pandemic, I stopped playing and, at the beginning of the school year, I tried out for the soccer team. I didn’t realize how competitive it would […]
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You’re absolutely right. The impact of stealing from vulnerable individuals, especially teenagers, is completely different from other forms of theft. The violation of trust in a school environment can be really unsettling and makes everyone feel less safe. It’s important for the school to take these incidents seriously and find ways to improve security and support students. No one should have to feel unsafe or distrustful in a place where they’re supposed to focus on learning and growing.