Carrie Rivers, a mother from Indiana, was arrested and charged with possession of a firearm on school property and harassment after allegedly bringing a gun to her daughter’s elementary school and threatening her daughter’s lesbian teacher. Rivers became angry over a work assignment that involved same-sex relationships and made threatening statements to the teacher, including telling her to “kiss ur kids goodbye.” Police responded to a call about an irate parent on campus and found Rivers with a firearm on her waistband. She was informed that having a gun on school premises was an arrestable offense, but she claimed she forgot she had it due to being used to wearing it. Rivers later sent threatening messages to the teacher, calling her a child predator and disparaging her for promoting same-sex relationships in the classroom. Rivers’ husband claimed she meant no harm and simply forgot to remove the firearm before entering the school. The Metropolitan School District of Decatur Township stated that no threats were made against students or staff, and Rivers will not be allowed on campus again. The district emphasized the importance of maintaining a safe learning environment and expressed gratitude for the quick response of office staff and school police in handling the situation. Rivers’ case highlights the need to address conflicts respectfully and peacefully, without resorting to threats or violence.
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