Originally Posted by t walgamuth

There is an Architectural solution which could be implemented at little cost on new buildings. Instead of having windows to the outside all the windows can be toward an interior courtyard. To enter one would have to enter a space that could be shut to keep them there if they prove to be armed, like the entrances of old castles which provided a room with heavy gates on the outside and another gate leading inside the castle. If enemies broached the first gate there were slits so that they could be rained with arrows from above.

So our schools could have Solid brick walls facing all exteriors, with all windows to the inside. Safe room entrance for any strangers to come into and not be let in or out until known safe. If a person was found to be armed they could be held for police to pick up.

Sounds a lot like prison doesn't it?

That's what we used to call it as I remember!

Come to think of it, what is done in Israel?