"I just get my hackles up when people lump teachers all in the same pile. "
Glad to see you're not the only one that thinks this way.
Hey...I was married to a teacher and he is now an administrator.I'm considering getting certified myself.
I know not all teachers alike, but I still look around and think to myself...should all these folks be packin' heat?
And without hesitation my answer is still "no".