Annabeth was a brave and curious kindergartener who loved going to school every day. She had a best friend named Jake W, and they did everything together. One sunny morning, as they were getting ready for school, they heard a loud noise coming from outside. They looked out the window and saw their school surrounded by police cars and ambulances.

Confused and scared, Annabeth and Jake W held hands tightly as they walked into the school. They saw their classmates and teachers looking worried and sad. The principal gathered everyone in the gymnasium and explained that there had been a school shooting nearby, but the police had caught the person responsible.

Annabeth felt a mix of emotions. She was relieved that they were safe, but also sad for those who had been hurt. She knew that it was important to be strong for her friends and classmates.

In the following days, the school implemented new safety measures. They had drills to practice what to do in case of an emergency. Annabeth and Jake W learned about the importance of listening to their teachers and following instructions.

One day, during recess, Annabeth noticed a new student sitting alone on a bench. She went over and introduced herself. The new student, Lily, had just moved to town and was feeling nervous about starting school. Annabeth invited Lily to play with her and Jake W, and soon they became good friends.

As time went on, Annabeth and her classmates began to feel safe and happy at school again. They knew that their teachers and the school staff were doing everything they could to keep them protected. Annabeth felt proud of herself for being brave during such a scary time.

The school shooting was a tragic event, but it brought the students and teachers closer together. They learned the importance of kindness, friendship, and supporting one another. Annabeth and Jake W became even stronger friends, and they always looked out for each other. And every day, Annabeth walked into school with a smile, ready to learn and grow with her classmates.