The rampage in Graz also has effects on schools in other federal states. The Vienna Education Directorate, for example, has "urgently recommended" canceling or postponing all school festivals, celebrations, and sports competitions during the three-day national mourning. Already started or imminent events such as sports weeks should be conducted with "appropriate restraint." Due to potential copycat offenders, schools are under special observation by the police.

"Increased Readiness"

Potential copycat offenders are naturally a topic, as Federal Police Director Michael Takacs explained at a press conference on Wednesday. "Since 8:00 AM, there has been increased readiness of the rapid intervention groups and in Vienna, the Wega in the areas where schools are, and a special focus in the forensic area." These measures are to remain in place until further notice until the end of the school year.

Graz Rampage a Topic in Class

The rampage was also a topic in class itself, as parent letters available to the APA show. At some locations, a minute of silence was held. The aim was to give the children the feeling of solidarity, as stated in a letter from a primary school. Another sent parents tips on how to talk about the events in a child-friendly manner. A Viennese high school stated that if needed, contact options for support services would be passed on to the students. There is no clear directive on whether teachers should address the topic in their classes. Students were given the option to leave the classroom during lessons discussing the rampage to be supervised in a common room. The current focus is on dealing with photos and videos on social media and on the topic of bullying in general.

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