Legislation proposing funding for school resource officers in all Delaware schools and charter schools faced challenges in moving forward, despite sponsor Rep. Bryan Shupe’s plans to revive it in the future. The bill would provide annual funding for schools to employ an SRO or constable, with the state covering 70% of the cost. Some concerns were raised about the bill’s cost and the potential for increased law enforcement in schools to lead to more students becoming involved in the criminal justice system.
While supporters argue that SROs help create a safer school environment and bridge the gap between law enforcement and communities, critics question whether the presence of officers in schools leads to positive outcomes. Some believe that turning common childhood misbehaviors into crimes is a problem, and suggest alternative programs like Delaware’s juvenile civil citation program to prevent youth from entering the criminal justice system. Despite disagreements, the discussion on school resource officers in Delaware schools continues.
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