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FILE - In this Jan. 5, 2016 file photo, Mike Weinstein, director of training and security at the National Armory gun store and gun range, wears a Ruger 1911 handgun in a holster as he teaches a concealed weapons permit class in Pompano Beach, Fla. Florida might grant authority to 2 million civilians who can lawfully carry guns tucked in waistbands, under jackets or inside purses into restaurants, shopping malls and elsewhere. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)
FILE - In this Jan. 5, 2016 file photo, Mike Weinstein, director of training and security at the National Armory gun store and gun range, wears a Ruger 1911 handgun in a holster as he teaches a concealed weapons permit class in Pompano Beach, Fla. Florida might grant authority to 2 million civilians who can lawfully carry guns tucked in waistbands, under jackets or inside purses into restaurants, shopping malls and elsewhere. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)
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Survey: Should Hendry County teachers carry guns in classrooms?

Published: July 29, 2019 5:55 PM EDT
Updated: July 29, 2019 9:18 PM EDT

Hendry County is asking the public if teachers should be allowed to have guns in its classrooms.

It’s an ongoing debate nationwide, and Hendry County School District is asking for input.

The survey is a simple Yes-or-No question .

Hendry is the only county in Southwest Florida taking part in the Guardian Program, where teachers receive weapons training to carry guns in classrooms.

IMPORTANT: The survey is for Hendry Country residents only.

Click here to take the survey if you’re a resident.

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