Metro school officials are consulting with district security and Nashville police after a mass shooter killed at least 18 children and two adults at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas Tuesday.

In a statement, superintendent Adrienne Battle says, “Children have the right to learn and thrive in a safe environment, free from violence or tragedy, and far too often society fails in protecting that right.”

Local police will visit each of the district’s 70 elementary schools Wednesday to discuss security protocols and help ensure student safety. Nashville middle and high schools will meet with their assigned school resource officers.

The Metro Nashville Police Department will also continue monitoring high school graduations as the last batch of kids walk across the stage to receive their diplomas.

On top of that, the district says it’ll continue speaking with police about whether additional precautions are necessary. Metro Schools will also offer resources to support teachers and students having trouble processing the Texas shooting.

Dr. Adrienne Battle issued the following statement on the tragic school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. pic.twitter.com/d15fsQix4G

— Metro Schools (@MetroSchools) May 24, 2022