@@pixels4331 but according to statistics only 274 out of the 41,000 that have died from gun violence in 2018 were negligent discharge so that’s not even 1% of gun deaths.
It’s crazy how things are going at, I started my elementary school with an old man greeting me at the entrance, ended my high school with patrol cars on every corner
Ive experienced a school shooting and honestly I couldn’t listen to the whole thing but thank you for talking about it. It’s so hard to live with sometimes.
I remember the day this happened. It was Ash Wednesday and we had a cross on the alter at my church and we put 17 candles inside it and lit them during our service for each and every life lost in this tragedy. Even in Texas we felt community on this day knowing we were safe and yet heartbroken for people we had never met. You have people everywhere who care for you. We are here for you. You are never alone.
As a teacher, hearing your words is heartbreaking. I am so sorry you had to go through this. You are SO strong. I remember seeing this on the news while I was still in my teacher Ed program. So scary. Teachers are incredible. Super hero’s. You’re truly an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your story!
@@fivefootoneteacher Question and if this is too much or too hard to answer please don’t feel like you have to answer it. Will students, teachers and family members be able to get personal belongings left behind in the building
Unfortunately, it's not just schools. It's movie theaters, grocery stores, Churches, libraries, government buildings...even while in your own home. Horrible people are everywhere, sadly.
i was a senior in high school when this happened. i live 10 mins away from sandy hook elementary school in CT so whenever something like this happens, our community feels their pain from across the country. i remember about a week after your shooting, we all participated in the "walk out" event and our school staff supported it and allowed it. people were joking about participating in it just to take a break from classes but when we got outside the mood changed a lot. someone from your hometown came to visit us and give a speech. people were crying and remembering what happened to us in 2012 and heartbroken that it was still happening 6 years later. it was like 30 degrees outside but we all stood outside and held one minute of silence for each victim. i'll never forget it.
My school was one of the schools put in emergency lockdown after news of the shooting occurred. Although luckily my school wasn’t sandy hook, Incredibly that day I wasnt even in school and was at the Palace Theater in Waterbury doing a performance for elementary schools. Glad those kids were safe too. We all heard about this situation much later because there was no reception where we were in the theater.
My aunt and uncle's best friend was Scott Biegel who was one of the 17 angels who died in the shooting. They worked at a summer camp together for years, and he was in their wedding party with me (I was 9). My sister worked with him for years at the summer camp, and speaks so highly of him, my baby cousin (who was 6 when he passed) thought he was the best thing to ever walk the earth. In fact, when she learnt to write at the age of 4 she wrote his name first. I have never asked my aunt how they told her he passed, because I cant imagine the pain that is associated with doing something like that. Scott saved a dozen or so students by standing in the doorway and letting them in until the very last second. He is a hero, and though he directly touched my life only a small handful of times the people in my family who knew him closely speak so highly of him and it breaks my heart. Though we are canadian and are far away from Florida, the tragedy hits everyone close to home. I applaud you, I simply cannot imagine what you were feeling that day. It is so unbearable to think of. My heart is with you and your MSD family. No one should have to tell a 6 year old that her hero died at the hands of a school shooter. Enough is enough. I would love to donate to any organizations anyone can recommend, feel free to leave them below.
When humans die they don’t become angels. Those who have accepted Christ are actually Saints- their rank is higher than the angels. Look it up in the Bible.
You should check out this song called “healing” by Riley Clemons. The first time I heard it I thought of you and felt like you would connect with it💛 “ now I’m healing... what was broken is standing again”
I remember hearing this on the news and other shootings. The fact that the people get to that point in their lives they want to do such a horrible thing is really upsetting. The American mental health system must be broken. More needs to be done in schools. This is so sad to hear about. Glad you are strong enough to talk about it. Hope this helps others going through bad stuff related to tragedies like these.
it makes my blood boil, the fact that just one person can ruin everything for SO many people. like that's so unfair. UGH why!! i'm sorry you had to go through this, you've grown so much. you're amazing and always inspiring
this tragedy deeply sickens me. i grew up with two sisters who moved to south fl and went to msd. luckily they moved again a year before the tragedy. im terrified to know if they didn’t move they would’ve been there on that day. this should have never happened. sending love from jacksonville, fl.
I have been watching you on and off in the last few years and I am so proud of how strong you are and everyone from your community. That was the same year I lost my dad. Sending you light and love. To anyone that has gone thorough something, please know you are strong and that you will make it through. I’m rooting for you.
I’m from Florida as well, not too far from MSD. Our schools were very similar in the way it was built, even the school mascot. This hit home for us and we all had our own anxieties after. I applaud u for ur strength and resilience. You’re a lovely teacher.
my cousin was one of your students that year. you are such an incredible teacher and human in general! I also went to MSD’s DM last year and what you guys did was amazing. sending you big hugs💛💛💛
I'll never forget the kids who walked out. My junior year. All the student body and teachers went to the courtyard and stood silent for 17 minutes for the victims and17 minutes for the surviving injured students. All walked back silent. I get chills still thinking about it. So sorry for your experience❤️
In the beginning of the video you said "nothing is too big or too small" and that's something I needed to hear. The scariest and worst day of my life was 11/27/2018. I worked in our local hospital as a valet attendant, and everything is kind of a blur but I remember hearing on the security radio "Active shooter, code silver." It's still so hard to talk about for me, and I still have nightmares. But i've had many people tell me I'm dramatic for how I felt that day because the shooter ended up committing suicide in the ER and didn't harm anyone else. I was face to face with this guy when he came in, I was questioned by police, and I was on the same floor in the same building when the shot was fired. I had no information, I just knew there was an active shooter and I had to lock down the doors and explain to visitors that they couldn't come in and see their loved ones at the moment because there was an active shooter in the hospital and all I could think was that I was going to be another statistic.
People should not judge someone else for an experience they have never been in. Like you deserve to be as dramatic as you want you went through something horrible.
I went to the March in DC right after. I was on the flight of a parent and I ended up meeting kids from MSD and holding up flyers made by the band (I think it was the band). They are now friends and I got the meet more more MSD in tampa during our MFOL rally. You all are so amazing and I’m sending you all so much love.
Thank you for bravely sharing your story on your own terms over the past 3 years. I was a first year English teacher to 9th graders in 2017 too and we’ll never forget that day. Or the aftermath. We love you and are so honored to be a part of this path of yours.
i remember getting out of school that day having heard about what happened in class and getting in the car with my mom and turning on the radio and hearing the details... i live 30 minutes away and it really made me realize it could really be me and my school and my friends
I remember when I was in a festival shooting, knowing you have to run for your life is absolutely mind destroying. I’m still recovering and this was two years ago. Everyday I’m grateful to be here, I appreciate everything in my life good and bad. It’s my experiences that has made me who I am today.
This happened my senior year of high school. I remember hearing about it on the news and being in utter disbelief. No one should ever have had to experience that...thank you for making this. I'm so sorry to each and every person who has been affected by this, and I hope that you can continue to find healing 💕
This may sound so crazy and it’s probably not the best to say but i remember waking up on Valentine’s Day feeling like something really bad was going to happen. I got on the bus and 5 minutes into my bus ride I knew their was going to be mass shooting that day I knew it I knew it I knew and till this day I’m hurt that I couldn’t tell god to protect whoever was going to go through it. I luv you so freaking much even if we don’t know each other. This school shooting hurt me so much to the point where I had to write to my school board that ignored my ideas on how to protect the school. I wish you nothing but the best luv. Remember to meditate,heal, warm your 7 chakras, buy some crystals and carry them with you luv
around 1 yr ago this coming week my school was in a close situation. i was heading to the bathroom when from the bathroom sliding out on the ground was a gun. i ran back to the classroom in fear, and told my teachers and luckily the security obtained the gun and arrested the student. Another student had saw him loading the gun in the bathroom, and pushed it out of his hand, which i then saw slide out. i couldn’t imagine what would have happened if i hadn’t walked to the bathroom a second earlier. it definetly changed my life. apparently the student had planned on pulling down the fire alarm and you know how it goes.... I never wanted to go back. I didn’t feel safe afterwards knowing a student was able to bring a gun into school, even with security checks in the morning. seconds later could have been a disaster, that no one should go through, but unfortunately to many do. thank you for making this video. i am now an online student for the rest of highschool.
I can’t even imagine going through that my first year as a teacher. Or like at all but especially as a first year. Your middle schoolers now are so lucky to have you
I’m from the chardon area in chardon Ohio. We had a school shooting when I was a sophomore. Thankful for teachers like u and thanks for spreading awareness
i have been following your journey since 2018 and i can safely say that you are one of the strongest people i have ever encountered. the fact that you even continued teaching after experiencing such a HORRIBLE event, speaks volumes about you. you are amazing and your videos inspire me every day. the students you teach are incredibly lucky to have you. i hope you continue to heal and realize how thankful we are to have you has a teacher/human being/youtuber.
Good bless you girl ❤ much love to you and glad your still doing what your passionate about! Hope you are a teacher for how ever long you want to be one!! 🙂
You are so amazing and I'm glad to see that you are healing. My best wishes go out to you and every one of those survivors of everyone affected by gun violence.
I've been watching you for years now and I am incredibly proud of your growth. As a fellow middle school teacher, I can't imagine how truly traumatizing and harrowing this experience has been, but what is so inspiring is that you have never stopped being a light for others. I'm beyond happy to see you happy (I'm also getting married soon, and it's so exciting to also see you in the planning process!) You have continually been my virtual teacher friend when I feel my lowest and most anxious. Just know that you are impacting us more than you know. Thank you! 🤍
my experience with gun violence is very different but i witnessed a deadly shoot in my own home, it’ll be three years in april. the third year feels different for me. i feel like i can breathe again. it never goes away but it gets better, or at least we get stronger. thank you for sharing this incredibly personal moment in your life. please know you are not alone. PTSD touches so many lives, people you would never expect. how bitter sweet it is to know we aren’t alone. ❤️
I thought about you all day on Valentine’s Day. My heart hurts and goes out to everyone affected by this tragedy. I remember when I heard about it and I was so stunned. As a future teacher, violence in schools has always been a huge fear of mine. You are so strong and powerful, UNBREAKABLE INDEED! Keep it up ❤️❤️❤️
I remember vividly the exact moment when I walked into my jobs break room expecting to have a normal break and the news about the tragedy popping up on the screen. It seemed so surreal. I am so sorry for everyone who went through that situation.
I had NO idea you had a channel especially one with over 200k subs. Scrolling through youtube, I saw your face on a thumbnail and immediately stopped and said "she was on the stand today!" I hope you can return to this vibrant individual after this whole sentencing trial is done.
For me, unbreakable means finding that one moment in time, that sliver of hope, that things can be okay. A moment that makes you laugh or smile or dream again. It is okay to be broken. It is okay to say “I am broken.” The first step in healing is calling it what it is. Watching your growth over the last three years has been inspiring. I love you, Britt. Always, always, always, rooting for you.
This was so beautiful. I’m so sorry you had to endure the tragedy of a mass shooting. I don’t know you personally but I can just tell you are meant to be an educator. Not only do you talk so eloquently but your passion and love is so radiant you make a positive impact on people. Thank you for sharing your story and your journey. Sending lots of love and healing thoughts💕
Omg I’m crying! Like no one should ever go through what you’ve been through ugh. You’re so strong! I look up to you! ✨ thinking about all the people who was affected !
Wow. Your school still touch my heart until this day. Every February 14th I always think about that shooting and I remember when it was all over social media. I also felt sorry for all of you guys to see that especially your classmates dead in front you and stuff. I’m still sorry for all you guys losses and I’m sure you were friends with them and teachers. I also heard two kids who went there killed themselves because of the trauma that they couldn’t even handle anymore. Rest In Peace to all the students and teachers who lost there lives during that. I’m so glad you are talking about this too because it can help with everyone and everything and what’s going on. Also so scared this will happen one day even tho I will graduate next year. When you said your a teacher there my heart dropped immediately only because you will remember everything and I’m so sorry you guys get trauma from that and remember those type of things. Love the poem! ❤️
Amazing young lady. I love that you didn't let this tragedy break you and your spirit. Congrats on becoming a teacher. Very brave to teach at that same school.
Towards the end when you were talking about pushing through it all it made me think of the ones who couldn’t do it anymore and took their own lives. I’m glad you remembered them too and mentioned them. I just recently learned about the shooting and couldn’t get my mind off it for like a month, I kept trying to make sense of any of it but the more details I learned the scarier and unfortunate I realized it all was. Joaquin and everything that happened involving him was the hardest for me to cope with. I knew none of you but my heart and soul still cries out in pain thinking of that day yet I can’t even try to imagine or understand the depth of what all of you have been going through.
I am from Miami and work at an elementary school and I will never forget this day and the news. You are so strong and I pray for you and every single person affected by this tragedy. You are such a beautiful human being and a true light. Thank you for sharing and being so vulnerable with us, we appreciate your honesty and transparency. You are loved and very much valued! God bless you!
Seriously crying. When you said hold out just a little longer I felt it in my soul. I was an 18 year old at one point that wanted it all to end. But I held on just like you and im glad I did. You're a brave soul for telling your story. I hope you continue to have better days.
It breaks my heart to know things like this happen. I’m a teacher also and I hope to God no one ever has to experience something like this ever again...❤️
Ms. Brittany, I know about the tragedy that took place in February 2018. Although it is not something I have experienced, I feel as if I have watched parts of it through your videos. You have been healing over the past three years and you are now at a point where you are unbreakable. I write to provide to comfort and joy through my words. I love your poem and it brings about such strength to my frail figure. I love you
As a teacher my heart goes out to you. I cannot imagine this. And fearing this happening in my school is a constant fear. That we shouldn’t have. This shouldn’t be a thing. I am so sorry you experienced this, but I am beyond proud of you 💜 Your journey is beautiful and inspiring. Also: good vibes for the autoimmune journey. I am finally at the point of figuring stuff out. And it’s so hard 💜
I’m not one to turn to anger, and while this situation and countless others like it break my heart it also makes me so mad and frustrated that there are still people who don’t see the need for change in this country. You are so loved and so incredibly strong! My thoughts and prayers are with you and everyone affected always❤️
I agree there should be change. Honestly as an American I’m disgusted that people think taking away firearms from good responsible people will help stop violence. What we should do is have metal detectors and guards at every public place.
@@nitsuareldas1386 people are o stuck on the idea that we’re trying to take away their guns that they don’t even consider other options as you mentioned to make our schools safe. At this point any change would be helpful
@@sherllatisha2489 exactly, I’m not a gun owner but i really don’t think taking away guns is the solution. For people who’ve already committed crimes yes we should take away their guns, but law abiding citizens should be allowed to keep their guns.
Your very brave Brittany. Your honesty and sincerity is truly something special. Thanks for being on youtube. I pray for all the souls lost on that tragic day. May they move on to higher places without suffering. Amen.
Been following you on and off the past three years. I had some personal connections to parkland and March 6th will be nine years since my school shooting. I don’t think you ever fully heal. There’s so many dialects in navigating the trauma and everything. I’m sorry you know this pain too, but I’m am so glad you’re sharing your story and continuing to keep moving forward. It’s hard for sure but it is worth it. And also as a part of the ctr social media team, thank you for the shoutout. Much love
Hi Mrs Brittany, I am truly sorry you went through that experience and glad you're still alive after. It must been traumatic going through a shooting and I've had my fair share of trauma.
As a member of the community who experienced the aftermath of this tragedy I know how awful it was for a lot of people. You are so strong and inspiring thank you for sharing your story🤍
I remember the day this happened and I don’t live anywhere remotely near where it happened but even in North Dakota we felt the impact of this. It felt like a very gloomy day after we heard what happened and I just remember thinking that could my school and my friends. I think I was a sophomore in highschool and it’s always been a fear of mike but after that day I was genuinely afraid to go to school. We all participated in the walk out even tho the teachers wouldn’t allow it. It really was such an awful thing. Thank you for telling your story and I’m proud of how far you’ve come since then!🥰
Oh man, I relate so much to the PTSD from when I got robbed at gunpoint. Sometimes you are just brought right back to that moment. I am so proud of you- thank you for this. Also so crazy because I only have a year and half left before I am done with school and get to become a teacher myself! You are an inspiration to many. Love you!
You are so right. There won’t be sunshine at the top of the mountain sometimes. But you know what, beautiful? You stayed at the top and weathered through the storms. You have such courage, such bravery. You choose to spread your story to cast a light to those who are struggling. You are that sunshine to so many people. You are bright. You are dazzling. Truly, you are unbreakable. You can put those pieces back together. Slowly… but surely I remember the day I heard about the msd shooting- the moment. I remember taking a drink during tennis practice, feeling shaky. I started praying that everyone will be okay. Praying for families, teachers, students. You are truly such a gift to the world. There aren’t words to even describe your story. I am so grateful to know you.
I know that the sentencing trial has started and I want you to know how strong I believe you are. As a fellow teacher, I can’t even imagine what you went through. Your students are lucky to have you in their lives. Please be well and take care of yourself 🧡
been watching you for years now and you are so beyond inspiring and i see so much growth in you. you are a light to everyone who is lucky enough to know you. never stop shining 💗
I'm so glad to hear and see you're healing day by day... I hope and pray that others are also healing and moving forward. I pray that you find strength, peace and comfort in the Lord. He is our perfect healer. Prayers for a blessed future for you...
I'm going through something completely unrelated to what you are, but this video made me feel better than anyone surrounding me. I'm trying to take things day by day. Thank you for this and I hope you continue to heal
I am so sorry that you all had to experience this horrific event that forever changed your lives. My heart goes out to you all and the families. Sending my love and hope with each day there is healing.
Thank you so much for your vulnerability and honesty. We love you so much. I can’t imagine the pain that you feel. You’re so much stronger than you think. You’re helping so many people (like me) who are in education. Also, you are helping anyone who has suffered from traumatic experiences. ♥️
I have PTSD from a shooting incident we had at my high school, which was also called Douglass...super weird. But praying for you girl, I know and understand what you are going through and you are not alone
I am so incredibly sorry to every person who has been touched by the violence of firearms. My best wishes go out to every single one of you.
Thank you for being here
It’s the violence of evil people not firearms don’t blame the gun.
@@nitsuareldas1386 I am aware. Firearms are still dangerous. Even in the hands of proper handlers.
@@pixels4331 but according to statistics only 274 out of the 41,000 that have died from gun violence in 2018 were negligent discharge so that’s not even 1% of gun deaths.
God bless, Jesus loves you and died for you all .
It’s crazy how things are going at, I started my elementary school with an old man greeting me at the entrance, ended my high school with patrol cars on every corner
Ive experienced a school shooting and honestly I couldn’t listen to the whole thing but thank you for talking about it. It’s so hard to live with sometimes.
I am sorry you also experienced that, no one should have to
Big hugs to you 🥰
God bless, Jesus loves you and died for you all.
I’m so sorry you went through that.
i hope everything is well, stay safe out there💕
I remember the day this happened. It was Ash Wednesday and we had a cross on the alter at my church and we put 17 candles inside it and lit them during our service for each and every life lost in this tragedy. Even in Texas we felt community on this day knowing we were safe and yet heartbroken for people we had never met. You have people everywhere who care for you. We are here for you. You are never alone.
i was in a school shooting in 8th grade im now a freshman in college and still have severe ptsd praying for you girl
Take care👍
I know it's hard but hope you grow through what you're going through.
Rest easy,Alyssa Alhadeff.
Rest easy,Martin Duque Anguiano.
Rest easy,Nicholas Dworet.
Rest easy,Mr. Aaron Feis.
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Rest easy,Mr.Christopher Hixon.
Rest easy,Luke Hoyer.
Rest easy,Cara Loughran.
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Rest easy,Joaquin Oliver.
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As a teacher, hearing your words is heartbreaking. I am so sorry you had to go through this. You are SO strong. I remember seeing this on the news while I was still in my teacher Ed program. So scary. Teachers are incredible. Super hero’s. You’re truly an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your story!
No one should have to go through it - thank you for being here
God bless, Jesus loves you and died for you all.
@@fivefootoneteacher Question and if this is too much or too hard to answer please don’t feel like you have to answer it.
Will students, teachers and family members be able to get personal belongings left behind in the building
I know I’m meant to be a teacher, but I’m so scared of something like this happening.
I’m too young to be a teacher obviously but I would say there will always be a possibility of it happening the only thing we can do is be prepared
advocate for gun control laws!!
@@brih9613 I already do! :)
@@mckpayjhn thank you 💕
Unfortunately, it's not just schools. It's movie theaters, grocery stores, Churches, libraries, government buildings...even while in your own home. Horrible people are everywhere, sadly.
i was a senior in high school when this happened. i live 10 mins away from sandy hook elementary school in CT so whenever something like this happens, our community feels their pain from across the country. i remember about a week after your shooting, we all participated in the "walk out" event and our school staff supported it and allowed it. people were joking about participating in it just to take a break from classes but when we got outside the mood changed a lot. someone from your hometown came to visit us and give a speech. people were crying and remembering what happened to us in 2012 and heartbroken that it was still happening 6 years later. it was like 30 degrees outside but we all stood outside and held one minute of silence for each victim. i'll never forget it.
My school was one of the schools put in emergency lockdown after news of the shooting occurred. Although luckily my school wasn’t sandy hook, Incredibly that day I wasnt even in school and was at the Palace Theater in Waterbury doing a performance for elementary schools. Glad those kids were safe too. We all heard about this situation much later because there was no reception where we were in the theater.
I graduated in 2009…I can’t even imagine how anxious I would be attending a public school today in 2022
Someone I know from when I was little died in this shoting... terrible thing. Stay safe.
i’m so sorry for your loss
My aunt and uncle's best friend was Scott Biegel who was one of the 17 angels who died in the shooting. They worked at a summer camp together for years, and he was in their wedding party with me (I was 9). My sister worked with him for years at the summer camp, and speaks so highly of him, my baby cousin (who was 6 when he passed) thought he was the best thing to ever walk the earth. In fact, when she learnt to write at the age of 4 she wrote his name first. I have never asked my aunt how they told her he passed, because I cant imagine the pain that is associated with doing something like that. Scott saved a dozen or so students by standing in the doorway and letting them in until the very last second. He is a hero, and though he directly touched my life only a small handful of times the people in my family who knew him closely speak so highly of him and it breaks my heart. Though we are canadian and are far away from Florida, the tragedy hits everyone close to home. I applaud you, I simply cannot imagine what you were feeling that day. It is so unbearable to think of. My heart is with you and your MSD family. No one should have to tell a 6 year old that her hero died at the hands of a school shooter. Enough is enough.
I would love to donate to any organizations anyone can recommend, feel free to leave them below.
i'm so sorry. may scott fly high with the angels, and look out and protect those who truly loved him so much. 🦋
When humans die they don’t become angels. Those who have accepted Christ are actually Saints- their rank is higher than the angels. Look it up in the Bible.
You should check out this song called “healing” by Riley Clemons. The first time I heard it I thought of you and felt like you would connect with it💛
“ now I’m healing... what was broken is standing again”
I will! Thank you
I remember hearing this on the news and other shootings. The fact that the people get to that point in their lives they want to do such a horrible thing is really upsetting. The American mental health system must be broken. More needs to be done in schools. This is so sad to hear about. Glad you are strong enough to talk about it. Hope this helps others going through bad stuff related to tragedies like these.
it makes my blood boil, the fact that just one person can ruin everything for SO many people. like that's so unfair. UGH why!! i'm sorry you had to go through this, you've grown so much. you're amazing and always inspiring
this tragedy deeply sickens me. i grew up with two sisters who moved to south fl and went to msd. luckily they moved again a year before the tragedy. im terrified to know if they didn’t move they would’ve been there on that day. this should have never happened. sending love from jacksonville, fl.
Teachers are hero’s just like police officers or firefighters. Thank you all so much for what you do. 🙏💪🏼
I have been watching you on and off in the last few years and I am so proud of how strong you are and everyone from your community. That was the same year I lost my dad. Sending you light and love. To anyone that has gone thorough something, please know you are strong and that you will make it through. I’m rooting for you.
I am so sorry for you loss. Sending you so much love
I’m from Florida as well, not too far from MSD. Our schools were very similar in the way it was built, even the school mascot. This hit home for us and we all had our own anxieties after. I applaud u for ur strength and resilience. You’re a lovely teacher.
my cousin was one of your students that year. you are such an incredible teacher and human in general! I also went to MSD’s DM last year and what you guys did was amazing. sending you big hugs💛💛💛
I'll never forget the kids who walked out. My junior year. All the student body and teachers went to the courtyard and stood silent for 17 minutes for the victims and17 minutes for the surviving injured students. All walked back silent. I get chills still thinking about it. So sorry for your experience❤️
In the beginning of the video you said "nothing is too big or too small" and that's something I needed to hear. The scariest and worst day of my life was 11/27/2018. I worked in our local hospital as a valet attendant, and everything is kind of a blur but I remember hearing on the security radio "Active shooter, code silver." It's still so hard to talk about for me, and I still have nightmares. But i've had many people tell me I'm dramatic for how I felt that day because the shooter ended up committing suicide in the ER and didn't harm anyone else. I was face to face with this guy when he came in, I was questioned by police, and I was on the same floor in the same building when the shot was fired. I had no information, I just knew there was an active shooter and I had to lock down the doors and explain to visitors that they couldn't come in and see their loved ones at the moment because there was an active shooter in the hospital and all I could think was that I was going to be another statistic.
You are not dramatic for that, and your feelings are completely valid.
People should not judge someone else for an experience they have never been in. Like you deserve to be as dramatic as you want you went through something horrible.
“i just go in and i teach” made me burst into tears. i’m so proud of you. you are so strong.
I went to the March in DC right after. I was on the flight of a parent and I ended up meeting kids from MSD and holding up flyers made by the band (I think it was the band). They are now friends and I got the meet more more MSD in tampa during our MFOL rally. You all are so amazing and I’m sending you all so much love.
You’re so beautiful. Thank you for sharing 🙏🕊
Thank you for bravely sharing your story on your own terms over the past 3 years. I was a first year English teacher to 9th graders in 2017 too and we’ll never forget that day. Or the aftermath. We love you and are so honored to be a part of this path of yours.
Thank you for being here
I am so sorry that you had to go through that. Your message is so strong and so are you. Healing is not linear.
Thank you for being here - I appreciate your words
i remember hearing about this in my 6th period english class in 7th grade the way this made us feel so unsafe even in texas
You are such a sweet sweet soul…
i remember getting out of school that day having heard about what happened in class and getting in the car with my mom and turning on the radio and hearing the details... i live 30 minutes away and it really made me realize it could really be me and my school and my friends
I remember when I was in a festival shooting, knowing you have to run for your life is absolutely mind destroying. I’m still recovering and this was two years ago. Everyday I’m grateful to be here, I appreciate everything in my life good and bad. It’s my experiences that has made me who I am today.
@Jacob Leuschel yes it was, tysm btw.
May God bless you for what you've experienced and all others that were lost in that tragic event. You're a strong-willed woman!
Proud of you.
Thank you thank you
This happened my senior year of high school. I remember hearing about it on the news and being in utter disbelief. No one should ever have had to experience that...thank you for making this. I'm so sorry to each and every person who has been affected by this, and I hope that you can continue to find healing 💕
This may sound so crazy and it’s probably not the best to say but i remember waking up on Valentine’s Day feeling like something really bad was going to happen. I got on the bus and 5 minutes into my bus ride I knew their was going to be mass shooting that day I knew it I knew it I knew and till this day I’m hurt that I couldn’t tell god to protect whoever was going to go through it. I luv you so freaking much even if we don’t know each other. This school shooting hurt me so much to the point where I had to write to my school board that ignored my ideas on how to protect the school. I wish you nothing but the best luv. Remember to meditate,heal, warm your 7 chakras, buy some crystals and carry them with you luv
around 1 yr ago this coming week my school was in a close situation. i was heading to the bathroom when from the bathroom sliding out on the ground was a gun. i ran back to the classroom in fear, and told my teachers and luckily the security obtained the gun and arrested the student. Another student had saw him loading the gun in the bathroom, and pushed it out of his hand, which i then saw slide out. i couldn’t imagine what would have happened if i hadn’t walked to the bathroom a second earlier. it definetly changed my life. apparently the student had planned on pulling down the fire alarm and you know how it goes.... I never wanted to go back. I didn’t feel safe afterwards knowing a student was able to bring a gun into school, even with security checks in the morning. seconds later could have been a disaster, that no one should go through, but unfortunately to many do. thank you for making this video. i am now an online student for the rest of highschool.
I had just graduated from college when this happened and was at work when the news broke. My heart goes out to you and everyone else affected.
I can’t even imagine going through that my first year as a teacher. Or like at all but especially as a first year. Your middle schoolers now are so lucky to have you
keep moving forward proud of your positivity
I’m from the chardon area in chardon Ohio. We had a school shooting when I was a sophomore. Thankful for teachers like u and thanks for spreading awareness
you're incredibly strong, it's crazy
i have been following your journey since 2018 and i can safely say that you are one of the strongest people i have ever encountered. the fact that you even continued teaching after experiencing such a HORRIBLE event, speaks volumes about you. you are amazing and your videos inspire me every day. the students you teach are incredibly lucky to have you. i hope you continue to heal and realize how thankful we are to have you has a teacher/human being/youtuber.
Good bless you girl ❤ much love to you and glad your still doing what your passionate about! Hope you are a teacher for how ever long you want to be one!! 🙂
I hope you’re doing alright during this time 🤍
You are so amazing and I'm glad to see that you are healing. My best wishes go out to you and every one of those survivors of everyone affected by gun violence.
What about people who are killed with other things besides guns.
God bless, Jesus loves you and died for you all.
I've been watching you for years now and I am incredibly proud of your growth. As a fellow middle school teacher, I can't imagine how truly traumatizing and harrowing this experience has been, but what is so inspiring is that you have never stopped being a light for others. I'm beyond happy to see you happy (I'm also getting married soon, and it's so exciting to also see you in the planning process!) You have continually been my virtual teacher friend when I feel my lowest and most anxious. Just know that you are impacting us more than you know. Thank you! 🤍
my experience with gun violence is very different but i witnessed a deadly shoot in my own home, it’ll be three years in april. the third year feels different for me. i feel like i can breathe again. it never goes away but it gets better, or at least we get stronger. thank you for sharing this incredibly personal moment in your life. please know you are not alone. PTSD touches so many lives, people you would never expect. how bitter sweet it is to know we aren’t alone. ❤️
I thought about you all day on Valentine’s Day. My heart hurts and goes out to everyone affected by this tragedy. I remember when I heard about it and I was so stunned. As a future teacher, violence in schools has always been a huge fear of mine. You are so strong and powerful, UNBREAKABLE INDEED! Keep it up ❤️❤️❤️
I remember vividly the exact moment when I walked into my jobs break room expecting to have a normal break and the news about the tragedy popping up on the screen. It seemed so surreal. I am so sorry for everyone who went through that situation.
God was with you girl. Love you so much and i will constantly be praying for you 🤍
I had NO idea you had a channel especially one with over 200k subs. Scrolling through youtube, I saw your face on a thumbnail and immediately stopped and said "she was on the stand today!"
I hope you can return to this vibrant individual after this whole sentencing trial is done.
For me, unbreakable means finding that one moment in time, that sliver of hope, that things can be okay. A moment that makes you laugh or smile or dream again. It is okay to be broken. It is okay to say “I am broken.” The first step in healing is calling it what it is. Watching your growth over the last three years has been inspiring. I love you, Britt. Always, always, always, rooting for you.
This was so beautiful. I’m so sorry you had to endure the tragedy of a mass shooting. I don’t know you personally but I can just tell you are meant to be an educator. Not only do you talk so eloquently but your passion and love is so radiant you make a positive impact on people. Thank you for sharing your story and your journey. Sending lots of love and healing thoughts💕
Love you Brittany you are so strong I’m so proud of how far you’ve come and how far you’ll keep going!
Thank you so much
Thanks for sharing
Omg I’m crying! Like no one should ever go through what you’ve been through ugh. You’re so strong! I look up to you! ✨ thinking about all the people who was affected !
You are so inspiring. Thank you for all you do ❤️
Thank you, Lauren
You are so strong! Sending love and comfort to you always❤️
Thank you, means a lot
Good for you girl! Come back strong. Do your thing. Don't let the monsters decide who does what, when, and where.
Wow. Your school still touch my heart until this day. Every February 14th I always think about that shooting and I remember when it was all over social media. I also felt sorry for all of you guys to see that especially your classmates dead in front you and stuff. I’m still sorry for all you guys losses and I’m sure you were friends with them and teachers. I also heard two kids who went there killed themselves because of the trauma that they couldn’t even handle anymore. Rest In Peace to all the students and teachers who lost there lives during that. I’m so glad you are talking about this too because it can help with everyone and everything and what’s going on. Also so scared this will happen one day even tho I will graduate next year. When you said your a teacher there my heart dropped immediately only because you will remember everything and I’m so sorry you guys get trauma from that and remember those type of things.
Love the poem! ❤️
Amazing young lady. I love that you didn't let this tragedy break you and your spirit. Congrats on becoming a teacher. Very brave to teach at that same school.
Thank you! I teach at a new school now.
Sobbed listening to this. Thank you for sharing this with us.
Towards the end when you were talking about pushing through it all it made me think of the ones who couldn’t do it anymore and took their own lives. I’m glad you remembered them too and mentioned them. I just recently learned about the shooting and couldn’t get my mind off it for like a month, I kept trying to make sense of any of it but the more details I learned the scarier and unfortunate I realized it all was. Joaquin and everything that happened involving him was the hardest for me to cope with. I knew none of you but my heart and soul still cries out in pain thinking of that day yet I can’t even try to imagine or understand the depth of what all of you have been going through.
I am from Miami and work at an elementary school and I will never forget this day and the news. You are so strong and I pray for you and every single person affected by this tragedy. You are such a beautiful human being and a true light. Thank you for sharing and being so vulnerable with us, we appreciate your honesty and transparency. You are loved and very much valued! God bless you!
Seriously crying. When you said hold out just a little longer I felt it in my soul. I was an 18 year old at one point that wanted it all to end. But I held on just like you and im glad I did. You're a brave soul for telling your story. I hope you continue to have better days.
You are SO strong and brave!
It breaks my heart to know things like this happen. I’m a teacher also and I hope to God no one ever has to experience something like this ever again...❤️
Im so sorry for what you went through
Ms. Brittany, I know about the tragedy that took place in February 2018. Although it is not something I have experienced, I feel as if I have watched parts of it through your videos. You have been healing over the past three years and you are now at a point where you are unbreakable. I write to provide to comfort and joy through my words. I love your poem and it brings about such strength to my frail figure. I love you
I hope you do get your belongings back. I’m so sorry this happened. I’m so sorry anything like this even happens in general. It’s so awful.
As a teacher my heart goes out to you. I cannot imagine this. And fearing this happening in my school is a constant fear. That we shouldn’t have. This shouldn’t be a thing. I am so sorry you experienced this, but I am beyond proud of you 💜 Your journey is beautiful and inspiring.
Also: good vibes for the autoimmune journey. I am finally at the point of figuring stuff out. And it’s so hard 💜
As a former teacher, I cannot imagine your pain. I truly admire your resilience and vulnerability. Sending you so much love on your healing journey!
I’m not one to turn to anger, and while this situation and countless others like it break my heart it also makes me so mad and frustrated that there are still people who don’t see the need for change in this country. You are so loved and so incredibly strong! My thoughts and prayers are with you and everyone affected always❤️
I agree there should be change. Honestly as an American I’m disgusted that people think taking away firearms from good responsible people will help stop violence. What we should do is have metal detectors and guards at every public place.
@@nitsuareldas1386 people are o stuck on the idea that we’re trying to take away their guns that they don’t even consider other options as you mentioned to make our schools safe. At this point any change would be helpful
@@sherllatisha2489 exactly, I’m not a gun owner but i really don’t think taking away guns is the solution. For people who’ve already committed crimes yes we should take away their guns, but law abiding citizens should be allowed to keep their guns.
I am sorry for you and you are such a strong person!❤️🥺
Thank you for being here
Stay strong beautiful. May God bless you always.
Your very brave Brittany. Your honesty and sincerity is truly something special. Thanks for being on youtube. I pray for all the souls lost on that tragic day. May they move on to higher places without suffering. Amen.
Thank you for always being here
I live in the area and know many who knew students at Douglas. I pray for you and all that was affected by the shooting. big hug!
Been following you on and off the past three years. I had some personal connections to parkland and March 6th will be nine years since my school shooting. I don’t think you ever fully heal. There’s so many dialects in navigating the trauma and everything. I’m sorry you know this pain too, but I’m am so glad you’re sharing your story and continuing to keep moving forward. It’s hard for sure but it is worth it. And also as a part of the ctr social media team, thank you for the shoutout. Much love
Hi Mrs Brittany, I am truly sorry you went through that experience and glad you're still alive after.
It must been traumatic going through a shooting and I've had my fair share of trauma.
Dang I thought you were still in HS, you look and sound young. But bless you for having the strength to speak about your experience 🙏
As a member of the community who experienced the aftermath of this tragedy I know how awful it was for a lot of people. You are so strong and inspiring thank you for sharing your story🤍
I remember the day this happened and I don’t live anywhere remotely near where it happened but even in North Dakota we felt the impact of this. It felt like a very gloomy day after we heard what happened and I just remember thinking that could my school and my friends. I think I was a sophomore in highschool and it’s always been a fear of mike but after that day I was genuinely afraid to go to school. We all participated in the walk out even tho the teachers wouldn’t allow it. It really was such an awful thing. Thank you for telling your story and I’m proud of how far you’ve come since then!🥰
Oh man, I relate so much to the PTSD from when I got robbed at gunpoint. Sometimes you are just brought right back to that moment. I am so proud of you- thank you for this. Also so crazy because I only have a year and half left before I am done with school and get to become a teacher myself! You are an inspiration to many. Love you!
You are so right. There won’t be sunshine at the top of the mountain sometimes. But you know what, beautiful? You stayed at the top and weathered through the storms. You have such courage, such bravery. You choose to spread your story to cast a light to those who are struggling. You are that sunshine to so many people. You are bright. You are dazzling. Truly, you are unbreakable. You can put those pieces back together. Slowly… but surely
I remember the day I heard about the msd shooting- the moment. I remember taking a drink during tennis practice, feeling shaky. I started praying that everyone will be okay. Praying for families, teachers, students.
You are truly such a gift to the world. There aren’t words to even describe your story. I am so grateful to know you.
Thank you for your words and for always being here
There's always a rainbow after a storm.
Brittany, I admire your vulnerability. Thank you for sharing 💛
I know that the sentencing trial has started and I want you to know how strong I believe you are. As a fellow teacher, I can’t even imagine what you went through. Your students are lucky to have you in their lives. Please be well and take care of yourself 🧡
A lot of us are always thinking about you and everybody else affected by what happened, we're here for you and we support you and we love you 💖
thank you for sharing your story, you’re such a strong woman and I’m incredibly sorry you had to go through this. this is such a scary reality.
been watching you for years now and you are so beyond inspiring and i see so much growth in you. you are a light to everyone who is lucky enough to know you. never stop shining 💗
Means so much
I'm so glad to hear and see you're healing day by day... I hope and pray that others are also healing and moving forward. I pray that you find strength, peace and comfort in the Lord. He is our perfect healer. Prayers for a blessed future for you...
Your strength is absolutely incredible
I'm going through something completely unrelated to what you are, but this video made me feel better than anyone surrounding me. I'm trying to take things day by day. Thank you for this and I hope you continue to heal
Love ChangeTheRef, love you! Thank you for supporting them! I’m student teaching this semester! SPED-Gen, elementary
cant even imagine... thankful youre okay and youre moving forward and empowering others and sharing your story - all the best with your journey ahead
I am so sorry that you all had to experience this horrific event that forever changed your lives. My heart goes out to you all and the families. Sending my love and hope with each day there is healing.
You’re so strong! It takes a lot to be able to speak on a tragic event.... I hope to get to your level some day
Thank you for talking about this, I have no experience with this sort of situation, but this will help many people. You are strong 💖
Thank you for listening and being here
I’m so proud of you, God is so proud of you. Your resilience and Faith will always be such a beautiful part of you.❤️you are an inspiration to many
You’re a beautiful person Brittany. Thank you for sharing your story ❤️ You have a community of people who all love you and we’re in your corner.
Thank you so much for your vulnerability and honesty. We love you so much. I can’t imagine the pain that you feel. You’re so much stronger than you think. You’re helping so many people (like me) who are in education. Also, you are helping anyone who has suffered from traumatic experiences. ♥️
Thank you for being here
I have PTSD from a shooting incident we had at my high school, which was also called Douglass...super weird. But praying for you girl, I know and understand what you are going through and you are not alone