Are gangs active in schools?

In North Miami Beach, the School Resource Officers (SROs) are trained in dealing with gangs. They are aware of the kids who belong to gangs and monitor them while they are in school. The SROs work closely with the Gang Unit and the Community Policing Unit so that gang activity within schools is held to a minimum. Most gang activity occurs away from schools.

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1. What is Graffiti?
2. What should I do if I see graffiti?
3. How can I tell if my child is in a gang?
4. What should I do if I think my child is in a gang or about to join a gang? What if my child is the victim of gang intimidation?
5. Are gangs active in schools?
6. Are gangs mainly comprised of disadvantaged youths?
7. What is the description of a gang member?
8. How do kids join gangs?
9. Are gang members armed? What type of weapons do they carry?