Virginia public school system set to decide the fate of its superintendent this evening, after police say a 6-year-old student brought a gun into the classroom and intentionally shot his teacher.
A sign wishing students a"Happy New Year" is seen outside Richneck Elementary School in Newport News, Virginia, on Jan. 7, 2023.A Virginia public school system is set to decide the fate of its superintendent on Wednesday evening, after police say a 6-year-old studentThe Newport News School Board has called a special meeting for Wednesday at 6 p.m.
Police said Zwerner was giving class instruction that afternoon when the student pointed the gun at her and fired one round. The teacher took a defensive position, raising her hand. The bullet went through her hand and into her chest, police said. About 16 to 20 students were in the classroom at the time of the shooting and none of them were physically injured, according to police.
Newport News Police Chief Steve Drew has called Zwerner a "hero" who "saved lives." He told reporters that the teacher has repeatedly asked how her students are doing.
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