National Train A Teacher Day
National Train A Teacher Day (NTATD) is an annual initiative focused on one core mission: protecting children through education, awareness, and preparedness.
Mission & Purpose
The goal of National Train A Teacher Day is to educate and empower teachers, school staff, and administrators with practical knowledge and options related to personal safety and emergency preparedness.
This initiative emphasizes that the protection and security of children is not a political or “gun” debate, but a matter of preparedness, situational awareness, and lawful personal choice.
Training Focus
Educational opportunities offered in support of National Train A Teacher Day may include:
- Situational awareness and threat recognition
- Emergency medical response and trauma considerations
- Unarmed self-defense concepts
- Deterrence and avoidance strategies
- Firearms safety and lawful defensive options (where legally permitted)
This initiative does not promote a mandated or blanket “armed teacher” program. Rather, it supports informed decision-making and lawful options for individuals who choose to pursue additional training for their own safety.
Why Education Matters
By educating teachers, staff, and administrators, National Train A Teacher Day seeks to foster informed citizens who can thoughtfully engage in discussions around safety, policy, and preparedness within their communities.
Professional firearms and personal safety instructors participating in this initiative are focused on providing practical, lawful, and responsible education — doing something constructive to help protect lives.
Learn More
To learn more about the National Train A Teacher Day initiative:
- Watch an overview of National Train A Teacher Day
- Visit the official National Train A Teacher Day website
Next scheduled date: Saturday, June 20, 2026