Honoring the Lives Lost: Seven Years Since the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Tragedy

Today marks seven years since the horrific tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on February 14, 2018. We remember the 17 lives lost, the countless others forever changed, and the Parkland community’s enduring strength in the face of heartbreak.

This day serves as a somber reminder of the importance of school safety and the collective responsibility we all share in protecting our students, educators, and staff. We must continue our efforts to create secure, nurturing learning environments where everyone feels safe and valued.

I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to those who dedicate themselves to ensuring the safety of our schools every day. Thank you to CCSB Police Chief Rachel Montgomery, Michael Kelly, our school guardians, Sheriff David Vincent, our School Resource Officers (SROs), and the entire Sheriff’s Department law enforcement and civilian teams who work tirelessly to protect our students and staff. Your dedication and bravery do not go unnoticed, and we are incredibly grateful for your service.

As we reflect on this painful anniversary, we reaffirm our commitment to preventing such tragedies. May the memories of those we lost continue to inspire meaningful change, compassion, and action.

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