Should self defense be taught in schools?

[Phoenix Moussiaux]

Should self defense be taught in schools?

[gat.j...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

yes self defense should be taught because there a lot of people that don't know how to defend themselves 

[altman...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

I believe that is not bed idea but it cannot be mandatory because it could increase bulling in schools.

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[Truman Kreager]

I think self defense classes would be very beneficial in schools.

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[ligons...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

Teaching self defense in school is a good idea but should not be mandatory. They can include it into phys ed courses. It would be to an advantage because a lot of self defense classes are expensive and hard to get to. 

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[caudill...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

I think it should. why not teach young people how to defend themselves i dont see any down sides to this as long as it is taught correctly and not used to harm other students.

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[Melanie Cappell]

yes i believe that self defense should be taught in school because it would be helpful and teach kids and teens or even adults for that matter how to defend themselves is never a bad thng, since yu can never predict when your going to need it. 

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[steele....@student.oaklandcc.edu]

I feel now with everything going on self defense should really be taught in schools just like a gym class would

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[Gabby Ratkowiak]

I believe that self defense should be taught in school. I think it would help a lot of people feel less worried but more protected. It seems like a good idea.

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[Kipriece Tate]

I definitely think so. I feel like we miss out on a lot of important life lessons in school. We should learn more about things like taxes, cars, home-owning, and definitely defending ourselves.

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[mikla...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

I think self defense should be taught in schools. A lot of crazy things have been happening in schools across the United States. At no means should the class be mandatory to take, but I feel as if teachers and faculty should really encourage students to attend.

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[Shannnon santos]

I think this would be an amazing idea! to teach students or have a program where adults can learn also to defend themselves in troubling times. Also teaching people what to do in certain scenarios such as being robbed, gun point, stolen vehicle. 

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[niedjels...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

I think teaching self defense is a great idea, many kids would enjoy the course. However, I don't believe it should be mandatory.  

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[ProdBy Robo]

This is kind of a broad question but l do think to an extent self defense should be taught. l think it should be taught given what the situation is like females defending themselves against rapist or how to act in the situation of a armed robbery.

[gsco...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

Yes I think that would a great idea because this world is unpredictable and just flat out crazy we need to know ways to defend ourselves .

[swantek...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

Yes, self defense is something everyone should be taught. In this day and age we are always told to keep some kind of protection on us. If we were taught on how to protect ourselves there possibly wont be very many kidnappings.

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[cristhineb...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

For sure, especially for girls, that are the ones by the statistcs mostly likely to receive sexual crimes , they should learn how to defend themselves. 

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[Nicole S]

I think it should be taught in schools but not mandatory. I think the students would enjoy the class and it would help people know what to do in troubling times. 

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[sgl...@oakland.edu]

I feel like that they should teach everyone self defense because there whole life time they will have that and they wouldn't be worried about someone going to hurt them because they are taught to hurt someone if they hurt you. if someone tired to come to the school and try to take you away or tried to rapped you that you will have power to fight them and run away from them. I feel like if we were go that that the schools wouldn't have to deal with any crimes because they will defense for themselves and their wouldn't be any bullying in schools because everyone will be taught how to defend themselves. 

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[jlbr...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

I am not completely sure where I stand on this, but we must consider the cost of implementing something like this, while also considering the fact that many programs in schools are being cut. Also, what leads to mass shootings in schools? I think only when this problem is understood can we offer a solution. 

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[goolsby...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

In my opinion, schools should offer this, however I feel it should be an after school event. As important as self-defense is, it should not cut into the school day and learning time.

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[lindstro...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

I think some self-defense should be taught in schools. Not the exact specifics of like karate or tae kwon do, but like other basics. There is self-defense classes out there that teach about if you are grabbed from behind or bounded or anything along those lines. They can teach how to escape situations like that and how to defend themselves. I personally think that it should be taught or reviewed every year in a gym class at school. Yes, teachers would have to be educated on it, but I think everyone should be educated about self-defense. Our natural instincts aren't always reliable, therefore we need training on how to overcome threats. Kids should be taught at a young age how to defend themselves, because what if they have an abusive Homelife or get kidnapped? They need a way to feel confident in themselves to know that they can help themselves. 

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[Seth Miatech]

I think it is a great idea to teach self defense classes in the school system. That is because most people don't know how to defend themselves when it comes to an assault, rape, etc. I think that it will also be very healthy for the students to build there self confidence. It will bring students closer together that includes teamwork in learning these drills. It may also encourge people who are by standers to help stop assaults that are happening instead of wipping out there iphone and just watch the events unfold. Also unlike a lot of things in school that students will think is pointless this is a subject that I think they will involve themselves.

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[carlso...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

Absolutely! Schools don't really teach street smarts anymore and are only focused on grades and standardized testing. People need to know how to defend themselves against anyone else who may harm them in anyway, shape, and/or form. Going into even a different city that you are unsure of someone could get attacked, people need to know how to protect themselves.

[ugo.j...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

I absolutely think that self-defense should be taught in schools. That and gun safety, just because there are lots of accidents every year because kids don't know how to handle a gun safely if they come into contact with one.

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11:21:49 AM UTC-5, Phoenix Moussiaux wrote:

[cornetet.c...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

Most certainly. This idea is such an important program simply because this will help out anyone who takes this course. The idea of defending yourself is something that not many people expect to do this because a lot of people expect that they are safe and never would think about something that will jeopardize  their safety; in the event something threatens them, they can at least put up a fight to fend off their attackers. This also can be a response to general fights and threats since many people think that the victims won't know how to respond to them and capitalize on this; but this also raises the question of if this will cause more violence in schools simply because people will know how to fight or defend.

[satti....@student.oaklandcc.edu]

I think that yes, it should be taught. Self defense is one of those necessary skills in life that we should be taught...kind of like how to do taxes or change a tire. Every single person has to deal with it at one point or another, so it would be an important skill to have. Self defense should be taught so that people are prepared in case they are in an emergency...

[Cassandra Garmo]

I think self defense should definitely be taught in schools. It would make the kids feel safer and be able to stand up to bullies and be more confident. 

[chapman...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

I believe there are a lot of basic life skills we need to be taught in school but our educational system fails to provide us with the basic necessities we need to function as productive members of society. These basic life skills include but are not limited to self defense, financial planning, home economics, how to write in cursive, and how to grow our own food.

Another strong belief I have is that we need to educate our youth more on how to care for our earth as it is the only earth we will ever have.

[mahan.m...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

I believe there are a lot of things that schools don't focus on that they need to. Schools focus on all of this specific subjects like math, English, but we need more than just that. Everybody needs to be able to protect themselves.

[eaton...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

Personally, I would be 100% interested in taking self-defense classes, but similar to previous posts, I don't believe that it should be considered a mandatory class. Self-defense classes could make individuals more confident in themselves, while also improving self-discipline. Lastly, I would argue that it is very important to teach children a strong physical exercise foundation.

[singh.h...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

Yes, I believe self-defense should be taught at schools. I think this because it is imperative in today's dangerous world. If the school doesn't teach it, chances are a majority of students would be very vulnerable and would not be able to defend themselves in cases of emergencies. 

[uddin....@student.oaklandcc.edu]

I think its a great idea for students to learn self defense in class because a lot of harassment or rape reports happen in college now a days and better to be safe then sorry.

[carreri...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

Self defense should definitely be taught in school. Assault and sexual assault are too common. Girls and boys need to know how to protect themselves but they have to learn when is the right time to use the skills they learned. 

[traine...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

As much as I don't want it to be an issue, but it is. There is so many people that get bullied that need to in the worst case to defend themselves from people who are trying to hurt them. But self defense could also help in a shooter scenario too. 

[Kyle Mackenzie]

I definitely think it should, and I plan to teach self defense in what ever school district I end up in.  I take Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes and think its a great form of self-defense.  The problem is with insurance and liability in the school districts so I've already started working with my coach and other experts on how we would present it to a school board.  The easy option is have it as a club.  For a club to form all you need is an interest from a student and someone willing to run the club.  The other issue is there is a ton of BS forms of self defense (especially ones labeled 'women self defense') that lead people to believe they are capable of defending themselves.  This false sense of security and confidence can lead to kids getting hurt.  It's also well documented that people who train tend to fight less, so I don't think it would increase school fights.  I just think it's overall a good idea, but with the mentality that parents have these days I can see schools opting out of it and just saying that private instruction should be sought after if there is and interest in self defense. 

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[maley....@student.oaklandcc.edu]

Self defense would be a useful tactic taught in the schools. In an age where the safety of schools is under threat, i believe it would be a great idea to teach these students self defense tactics to defend themselves against intruders. With students having knowledge in these tactics, the chance of taking down the intruder before he or she does any damage would be higher.

[swartz....@student.oaklandcc.edu]

I think that self defense is a valid elective that should be offered in high school. If students feel they need this class to help them feel more confident and safe than the option should be their for students to enroll in a self deference class. The school system is supposed to prepare students for the real word, and unfortunately, the need for women to be able to defend themselves is at an all time high. 

[phillips...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

Yes 100% it should be taught in schools. I feel that’s a good idea because it is an important life skill to have. You hear stories about kids walking home from school and getting kidnapped and maybe if they taught self defense they could change that.

[Tracy Moloughney]

I completely agree I think self defense should be taught in a physical education class to both boys and girls throughout school-maybe elementary, middle and high school. There are many different predators praying on our children. We need to educate our children to the many ways and forms it can appear ie. internet, in person, sexual trafficking situations).

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[peake...@student.oaklandcc.edu]

Yes, because a lot of us are unprepared. It's easy to hear people tell you what to do in a bad situation, but if it ever came down to defending myself I wouldn't know the best way to do so. I can only go off what may or may not make sense to me. Plus, with all the violence across the country, especially in schools, I believe it's well needed.

[AB]

I don't think it needs to be mandatory to teach self defense in school. In middle school and high school they should touch on it in PE. I know that there is a self defense class thats offered as a gym credit here at OCC, which makes sense. If someone feels like they need training on how to defend themselves, then it is their responsibility to seek out how to do so.